Git and GitHub Fundamentals: Version Control and Collaboration

Modern software development relies on the ability to track changes and work together seamlessly. Understanding version control is the first step for any aspiring developer or technical professional. This course takes you from understanding the basic philosophy of version control to actively managing repositories and contributing to shared projects. You will learn to navigate the command line, handle file histories, and use cloud-based platforms to showcase your work. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamental concepts of version control and repository structures. - Practice essential Git commands for staging, committing, and tracking changes. - Manage branching and merging to develop features without disrupting the main codebase. - Collaborate through forking, cloning, and pull request workflows on GitHub. - Configure basic GitHub Actions to automate simple repository tasks. - Document projects effectively using Markdown and professional README standards. The journey begins with core definitions and local environment setup before moving into collaborative workflows and remote repository management. You will learn through clear explanations and text-based exercises designed to build practical confidence. This course is designed for beginners with no prior experience in version control or command-line tools. Start building your technical foundation and manage your code with confidence.