Welcome to the Git Tutorial! 📚 This guide will walk you through the essentials of using Git for version control. Whether you're new to Git or want to refine your skills, this documentation is here to help.

Table of Contents

  1. What is Git?
  2. Installation
  3. Basic Commands
  4. Branching and Merging
  5. Working with Remote Repositories
  6. Tips and Best Practices

What is Git?

Git is a distributed version control system designed to handle everything from small to very large projects with speed and efficiency. 🚀

  • It tracks changes in your codebase, allowing you to revert to previous versions or compare changes over time.
  • Git is widely used in software development for collaboration and maintaining project history.
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Installation

To get started, install Git on your machine:

Basic Commands

Here are some fundamental Git commands:

  • git init - Initialize a new Git repository.
  • git add . - Stage all changes in the current directory.
  • git commit -m "message" - Commit changes with a message.
  • git status - Check the status of your working directory.
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Branching and Merging

Branching is a core Git feature:

  • Create a new branch: git branch feature-1
  • Switch to a branch: git checkout feature-1
  • Merge changes: git merge main

Working with Remote Repositories

Collaborate with others by connecting to remote repositories:

  1. Add a remote: git remote add origin <repository-url>
  2. Push changes: git push origin main
  3. Pull updates: git pull origin main
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Tips and Best Practices

  • Always commit small, meaningful changes. ✅
  • Use descriptive commit messages. 📝
  • Regularly pull updates from the remote repository. 🔁
  • Explore advanced topics like Git Hooks for automation.

For more in-depth knowledge, check out our Git Advanced Guide. 🌐