Welcome to the Git tutorial! Whether you're new to version control or looking to refine your Git skills, this guide will walk you through the fundamentals and advanced concepts of Git. Let's dive in!
🧩 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 allows developers to track changes in code, collaborate with others, and maintain project history.
- Key Features:
- Branching and merging
- Staging area for incremental commits
- Snapshot-based storage
- Distributed workflow
🛠️ Installing Git
To get started, install Git on your machine. Here's how:
Windows
Download Git for Windows
Install via Chocolatey
macOS
brew install git
Linux
sudo apt-get install git
📝 Basic Git Commands
Learn the core commands to manage your code:
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
git init |
Initialize a new repository |
git status |
Check the current repository status |
git add . |
Stage all changes |
git commit -m "message" |
Save changes with a message |
git clone <url> |
Clone an existing repository |
🔄 Git Workflow
Follow these steps to use Git effectively:
- Make changes to your working directory
- Stage your changes with
git add - Commit changes with
git commit - Push to remote repository with
git push - Pull updates from remote with
git pull
🚀 Advanced Git Concepts
Explore more complex topics:
- Git Branching
Learn about branching strategies - Git Stashing
Save uncommitted changes temporarily - Git Rebase
Reapply commits on top of another base tip
📘 Further Reading
For deeper insights into version control:
Read about Git in the Advanced Tutorial