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Git & GitHub Mastery

Master version control with Git command line and GitHub workflows. Learn branching strategies, pull requests, merge conflicts, and code reviews.

Git is the industry-standard version control system used by 95% of developers. This course teaches Git from the command line to build deep understanding, moving beyond simple GUI tools. You will learn to initialize repositories, manage complex merge conflicts, and collaborate effectively via GitHub Pull Requests. We cover advanced topics like rebasing and cherry-picking, as well as CI/CD integration with GitHub Actions, ensuring you can join any software team and contribute immediately.

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Complete Course Syllabus

  • 1
    Git Fundamentals
    Installing Git, configuration, and creating your first repository.
  • 2
    Branching & Merging
    Creating feature branches and merging changes back to main.
  • 3
    Remote Repositories
    Pushing, pulling, and fetching code from GitHub remotes.
  • 4
    Collaboration Flow
    Forking projects, opening Pull Requests, and Code Review.
  • 5
    Merge Conflicts
    Understanding why conflicts happen and resolving them safely.

Estimated completion time: 21 lessons • Self-paced learning • Lifetime access

Career Outlook

Estimated Salary
N/A (Essential)

Career Paths

Software Developer $70k-$150k+
DevOps Engineer $100k-$150k
Technical Writer $70k-$110k

What You Will Learn

Perform all version control operations using Git Command Line Create and manage branches for feature development and isolation Resolve complex merge conflicts confidently without losing code Submit and review Pull Requests using professional team etiquette Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automation

Skills You Will Gain

Git Command Line GitHub Workflows Branching Strategies Conflict Resolution CI/CD Actions

Who Is This For

Developers learning workflows
CS Students
Open Source Contributors

Prerequisites

Basic command line familiarity No coding experience required

Git & GitHub Mastery FAQs

Why command line?

Ensures deep understanding; GUIs hide critical error details.

GitHub vs Git?

Git is the tool; GitHub is the hosting platform.

Can I use for text?

Yes, works for any text files, not just code.

Merge vs Rebase?

Both integrate changes, but rebase creates cleaner history.

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Tech Stack & Tools

Git CLI GitHub VS Code Git Bash Terminal

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