
Install git, verify the installation, set global username and email with git config, and configure core.editor to Vim for terminal commit messages.
Learn how to view changes with git diff and restore changes with git restore, including staging and untracked files, to revert to previous commits.
Learn to branch and merge with git, create and switch branches, merge data into main, and resolve merge conflicts using editors and conflict markers.
Master the basics of git cherry-pick by applying a single commit from a feature branch to main using a commit hash or partial hash, enabling selective code reuse.
Finding out when a bug occurred can be very useful when hunting bugs.
Master essential git workflows, from staging and committing to working with remote repositories like GitHub or GitLab, merging, creating and deleting branches, and resolving conflicts in VS Code.
Learn Git Version Control | Git Essentials for Developers
What you'll learn
Install and configure Git for version control
Initialize repositories, stage, and commit changes
Track and manage file changes with git status, diff, and restore
Create and merge branches to experiment without altering the main branch
Collaborate using remote repositories
Features such as
Cherrypicking
Course Description
Ready to take control of your code with Git, the world's leading version control system. This Git Crash Course is your fast track to mastering Git in a hands-on, terminal-based environment. Designed for beginners.
You'll go from zero to Git hero, learning to:
Set up Git: Install and configure Git for your projects.
Master the basics: Initialize repositories, stage, commit, and view history.
Manage changes: Track, compare, and undo changes.
Branch like a pro: Create and merge branches.
Collaborate effectively: Push, pull, and clone repositories.
I’ll guide you through every command with clear explanations and live demos, ensuring you understand how Git works. You’ll be able to practice in your own terminal, building real skills through following along with creating a repository, branching for features, and simulating remote collaboration.
Whether you're a developer, student, or hobbyist, this course gives you the tools to manage your code efficiently and collaborate seamlessly. No prior Git knowledge needed, just a willingness to dive into the terminal!
Who this course is for
Beginners new to version control or Git
Developers wanting a terminal-based Git workflow
Students of my Vim Fundamentals or Tmux Basics courses looking to expand their terminal skills
Anyone who wants to practice Git locally without relying on GitHub
Requirements
A computer with a terminal is useful if you want to follow along.
Basic familiarity with the command line.
No prior Git experience required.