Welcome to the Git basics tutorial! Whether you're new to version control or just starting with Git, this guide will help you master the core concepts and commands. 🧠💻
What is Git?
Git is a distributed version control system designed to handle everything from small projects to large-scale collaborations. It allows you to:
- Track changes in your code over time 📅
- Collaborate with others seamlessly 🤝
- Revert to previous versions if needed ⚡
📘 Expand your knowledge: Learn more about Git's history and philosophy
Basic Commands
Here are the most commonly used Git commands:
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
git init |
Initialize a new Git repository 📁 |
git add <file> |
Stage changes for commit 🧾 |
git commit -m "message" |
Save changes with a message ✅ |
git status |
Check the current repository status 🔄 |
git push |
Upload changes to a remote repository 🚀 |
git pull |
Fetch and merge changes from a remote 📦 |
git branch |
List or create new branches 📄 |
git merge <branch> |
Combine changes from a branch 🔗 |
Workflow Overview
- Make changes to your files � keyboard
- Stage them with
git add🧾 - Commit with a clear message ✅
- Push to a remote repository 🚀
- Pull updates from collaborators 📦
- Branch for new features or experiments 📄
- Merge back into the main branch when ready 🔗
Tips for Beginners
- Always write descriptive commit messages 📝
- Use
git statusto understand what's changed 🔄 - Avoid force-pushing unless you're sure 🚫
- Explore the Git advanced features tutorial for more
Happy coding! 🌟 If you need visual guides, check out our Git workflow diagram for a detailed overview.