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Git for Beginners: Learn Version Control

Name: Git for Beginners: Learn Version Control
Rating: 4.5 (578 reviews)

Learn Git and Version Control with this comprehensive and visually engaging course for beginners.

Created byEstefania Cassingena Navone

Last updated 1/2025

English

English [Auto],Korean [Auto],

What you'll learn

Understand the fundamental concepts of version control and Git.
Master core Git commands for adding, committing, and pushing changes.
Effectively manage branches by creating, merging, and resolving conflicts.
Navigate the Git workflow, including the main areas and states.
Understand and apply Git best practices for efficient collaboration and project management.
Gain hands-on experience with Git through practical exercises.

Course content

16 sections • 123 lectures • 4h 1m total length

Welcome to Git for Beginners1:08
Key Information for Course Success2:03
Git Commands: Download Your PDF Handout0:22
A Warm Welcome: Introduce Yourself and Share Your Goals0:23
In this lecture, you will:
Introduce yourself on the discussion forums.
Set two or three personal goals to achieve during and after the course.

Section Introduction0:49
Introduction to Git and Version Control2:34
Git CLI vs. GUI1:09
Important Version Control Terminology0:30
Download and Install Git6:27
Download and install git from the official site using the latest release, configure defaults (main as the initial branch, path, editor set to Visual Studio Code), and launch Git Bash.
Introduction to Git Bash2:15
Learn how to work with git bash and how to use the command cd to change directories to reach your project folder.
Git Commands on macOS and Linux + Other Tools0:23
Git and Version Control
Learning Checkpoint: First Steps with Git
Discussion Topic: Share your Thoughts0:08

Section Introduction0:45
Discover how to configure git, set your username and email, and attach a text editor for commit messages while learning how to change the default branch.
Why it's important to configure Git2:18
Configure Your Username1:37
Learn how to customize the username that will be shown in your commits.
Configure Your Email2:15
Learn how to customize the email that will be displayed in your commits.
Our Text Editor: Visual Studio Code0:47
Associating Popular Text Editors0:38
Setting the Default Branch Name2:23
Check your current default branch with git config --global init.defaultBranch, then set it to main or master for new repositories, and keep main as the standard.
Learning Checkpoint: Configuring Git
Discussion Topic: Share your Thoughts0:08

Section Introduction0:26
Introduction to Repositories2:40
Types of Repositories2:49
Compare local repositories stored on your computer with remote repositories on a server, and learn how push and collaboration via GitHub enables sharing history.
How to Get a Repository2:25
Create your First Repository3:48
Step-by-step walkthrough to create your first repository using git with the command git init.
The cd command
Setting Up a Local Username and Email2:46
Note: Changing Local Username0:06
The Hidden .git Folder2:02
How to View .git on macOS and Linux0:19
How to Delete a Repository1:58
Delete a repository by removing the hidden .git folder, via the command line or file explorer, which deletes revision history and leaves a normal folder.
Learning Checkpoint: Repositories
Discussion Topic: Share Your Thoughts0:06

Section Introduction0:42
Welcome to our git Workflow Section0:22
Brief description of the topics that will be covered in this section.
The Three Main Sections5:05
Learn the three main sections that you will use in your daily work using git and how they work.
Working Directory.
Staging Area.
Repository.
The Three Main States2:37
Learn how a file tracked by git has one of the 3 Main States, what they are, how to determine the state of a file and how they work.
Create a File and Check Repo Status4:35
Mouse Wheel Zoom in Visual Studio Code0:21
Diagram of the Git Workflow0:15
Other File States in the Git Workflow0:45
Skipping the Staging Area?0:54
Learning Checkpoint: The Git Workflow
Discussion Topic: Share Your Thoughts0:10

Section Introduction0:37
Introduction to the Staging Area3:43
Master the staging area to selectively stage changes for the next commit with git add, review and adjust your changes, and keep commits small to reduce merge conflicts.
The Staging Area in Practice4:16
What is the Index?0:11
How to Unstage Changes2:57
Unstage changes by removing them from the staging area while keeping the files in the working directory, using git rm --cached for files and directories recursively.
Check Differences with git diff3:04
Learn how you can see the differences between your working directory and your staging area with the command git diff.
Learning Checkpoint: The Staging Area
Discussion Topic: Share your Thoughts0:07

Section Introduction0:35
Discover the building blocks of repositories and commits, learn how to create commits and write messages with best practices, and view your commit history to track changes in your project.
Introduction to Commits4:39
Learn what commits are, how they are used and their importance for version control.
Making Your First Commit5:14
Create your first commit with this step-by-step walkthrough.
How to Write Good Commit Messages0:31
Conventional Commits3:05
See All Commits in the Commit History3:00
Learn how to see your commit history and the changes introduced by each commit.
See the Changes Introduced by Each Commit0:14
Flags vs. Options in Git Commands0:25
Helpful git log Options0:56
Learning Checkpoint: Introduction to Commits
Discussion Topic: Share your Thoughts0:08

Section Introduction0:55
Quick Tip: How to Leave or Update Your Review0:19
More Advanced gif diff and git log9:21
Explore advanced git log usage, including one-line and limited outputs, author filtering, and visual graph views, while performing staged commits and diff checks to manage history.
Show Commit Details1:33
Modify Your Last Commit Message1:48
Learn how to change the message of your last commit in case you make a mistake or need to correct typos.
Introduction to HEAD0:38
Introduction to Squashing Commits2:43
Learn how you can combine several commits into a single commit in case you want to include several small changes into a single commit.
Squashing Commits in Practice3:19
Learn to squash two git commits using git rebase -i head~2, edit and combine their messages, save, and verify with git log before merging into main or other branches.
Go Back to a Previous Commit4:04
Learn how you can remove several commits to restore previous versions of the project.
Remove your Last Commit5:40
Learn how your can remove the last commit you made in case you made a mistake that you need to fix.
Learning Checkpoint: Working with Commits
Discussion Topic: Share your Thoughts0:06

Section Introduction0:31
How to List All Files1:43
Learn to list all files in a repository with the ls command and perform file operations in git, including removing, untracking, and renaming files like styles.css and a readme markdown.
Remove a File from the Repository (and Working Directory)3:26
Learn to remove a file from the repository and working directory with git rm, stage the deletion, and commit the change with a descriptive message.
Remove a File from the Repository (But Keep it Locally)2:23
Rename a File2:11
See File History with git log1:00
Learning Checkpoint: File Operations in Git
Discussion Topic: Share your Thoughts0:09

Section Introduction0:30
Learn how branches create independent lines of development to support feature work without affecting the user experience. Master essential branch operations, including create, switch, rename, and delete.
Introduction to Branches4:00
Learn what branches are, how they are used and why they are vital to work with version control.
Branches in Real-World Scenarios0:35
The main Branch0:24
List All Branches0:51
Learn to list all branches in a repository using git branch with no options, and see the asterisk marking the current branch.
Create a Branch0:57
Create your First Branch with this step-by-step walkthrough.
Switch to another Branch0:44
Learn how to change branches in git bash.
Create a Branch and Switch to it in One Command0:14
git switch vs. git checkout0:26
Create a Commit on a Branch3:06
Create a commit on a branch by updating the readme heading, stage the changes, and use git log to see the branch-specific history and independent lines of development.
Rename a Branch2:38
Rename a branch with git branch -m old new to a more descriptive name, such as create account, and switch branches to see the working directory reflect changes.
Delete a Branch1:20
Branches in Git Repositories
Discussion Topic: Share your Thoughts0:06

Requirements

No previous knowledge of Git is required. We will start from the basics.
You will need to install Git on your device.
We will use Visual Studio Code during the lectures. You can use any code editor or text editor of your choice.

Description

Master the essentials of Git with this intensive crash course. Git is a version control system that allows you to work on different versions of your projects, track your changes, go back to previous versions, and collaborate with other developers. Learning version control is essential for every developer.

In this course, you will learn how Git commands and operations work behind the scenes with diagrams and visual resources. Plus, you will take interactive quizzes to check your knowledge after each section.

Git is your next step towards a bright future in software development.

During the course, you will learn how to:

Install and configure Git with your username and email.
Create your first local repository.
Work with local repositories to record and review changes
Work on your project without any risk of losing your changes.
Restore previous versions of a project.
Create, work with, and delete branches in a repository.
Use the Git workflow and its three main areas.
Make commits to track changes.
Save changes by stashing them.
Combine (squash) commits when needed.
See the history of commits of a repository.
Merge branches.
Work with files using Git.
Ignore files with .gitignore.

Student Reviews

See what students are saying:

"This is a wonderful course! I went from not knowing anything about Git to feeling comfortable to use this on my own!"— Amanda Brioche

"Very good entry level course for beginners." — Kozma János

"Very nice for beginners! All the basics in one place." — Tomasz Czaplicki

Learning Material

You will learn with:

Video Lectures: you will watch carefully designed video lectures with graphics, diagrams and step-by-step explanations.
Quizzes: you will check your knowledge with quizzes that provide instant feedback.
PDF Handout: you will find a PDF handout with the Git commands that you will use throughout the course and their purpose.
Capstone Project: you will apply your knowledge in a final project where you will analyze a repository.
Discussion Forums: you can ask questions on the discussion forums and discuss interesting topics.

This course is perfect for beginners who want to quickly get a grip on Git and version control. We'll dive into the core concepts and explore how it all works behind the scenes. You will learn how to apply these skills to your own projects.

Why this Course is Unique

This course is unique because of its emphasis on providing visual and detailed explanations of the principles of Git and version control. You will not only learn how to use these principles, you will actually understand the purpose of each command.

Unique study materials complement the course experience. You will find a PDF Handout with a summary of the most important Git commands.

You will check your knowledge with Quizzes and receive instant feedback.

You will receive a Certificate of Completion that you can add to your social media profiles to showcase your new skills.

You will also have Lifetime Access to the course.

No Previous Knowledge is Required

You are very welcome to watch the preview lectures and check out the full course curriculum.

If you are looking for an engaging, visual, and practical course, you found it.

Enroll now, add "Git and Version Control" to your resume, and showcase your new skills.

Who this course is for:

Beginners with no prior Git experience
Developers new to Git
Anyone who wants to improve their Git skills
Computer Science students
Self-taught programmers
Software engineers and developers

Git for Beginners: Learn Version Control

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Course content

Welcome to the Course: Git for Beginners4 lectures • 4min

First Steps with Git8 lectures • 14min

Configure Git8 lectures • 11min

Introduction to Git Repositories11 lectures • 19min

The Git Workflow10 lectures • 16min

The Staging Area in Git7 lectures • 15min

Introduction to Commits: The Building Blocks of Version Control10 lectures • 19min

Working with Commits in a Git Repository11 lectures • 30min

File Operations in Git7 lectures • 11min

Branches in Git Repositories13 lectures • 16min

Requirements

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