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Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development

Instructor: Edureka

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Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Apply Git principles to track changes, manage code history, and work across distributed teams.

  • Set up and manage GitHub repositories, implement branching strategies, and collaborate using pull requests and code reviews.

  • Automate workflows using Git hooks and GitHub Actions to enhance consistency and streamline the development process.

  • Connect Git with tools like Docker, and GitHub Copilot to support efficient, secure, and scalable software delivery.

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Taught in English

There are 4 modules in this course

This course provides a strong foundation in version control using Git and GitHub, enabling you to manage code efficiently and collaborate effectively in team environments.

You’ll learn essential Git commands, implement branching and merging strategies, use GitHub for code reviews and workflow automation, and integrate version control into DevOps pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions and GitHub Copilot. By the end of this course, you will be able to: • Explain the core concepts and benefits of version control with Git • Create and manage repositories using Git and GitHub • Implement branching, merging, and pull request workflows for collaboration • Automate development tasks using Git hooks and GitHub Actions • Integrate Git into DevOps pipelines to support secure and efficient software delivery This course is tailored for learners aiming for roles such as DevOps engineers, software developers, QA professionals, and system administrators who want to strengthen their skills in version control, collaborative development, and Git-based automation within modern DevOps workflows. Basic understanding of software development and familiarity with the command line are recommended, but no prior experience with Git or GitHub is required. Join us to discover how Git, GitHub workflows, and version control automation can streamline code management, enhance team collaboration, and support efficient delivery in modern DevOps environments.

This module introduces the fundamentals of version control and Git’s role in modern development. Learners will explore Git architecture, essential commands, and repository setup. It also covers working with GitHub to manage remote repositories and collaborate using branches and pull requests.

What's included

21 videos7 readings5 assignments5 discussion prompts

21 videos•Total 96 minutes
  • Course Introduction•4 minutes
  • Why Version Control is Essential•7 minutes
  • Centralized vs. Distributed Version Control•5 minutes
  • Introduction to Git and Its Features•6 minutes
  • Installing and Configuring Git•3 minutes
  • Git Internals•6 minutes
  • Understanding Git File Workflow•5 minutes
  • Initializing a Repository and First Commit•4 minutes
  • Cloning a Repository•5 minutes
  • Tracking and Untracking Files•6 minutes
  • Working with .gitignore•4 minutes
  • GitHub and its Uses•5 minutes
  • Setting Up a GitHub Account and SSH Authentication•4 minutes
  • Creating and Managing GitHub Repositories•3 minutes
  • Pushing and Pulling Changes between Git and GitHub•3 minutes
  • Forking and Cloning Repositories•5 minutes
  • Remote Repository Basics •5 minutes
  • Git Authentication: HTTPS vs. SSH •5 minutes
  • Advanced Collaboration With GitHub•5 minutes
  • Configuring Remote Repositories•3 minutes
  • Resolving Merge Conflicts in Remote Workflows•3 minutes
7 readings•Total 60 minutes
  • Welcome to Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development•10 minutes
  • The Evolution of Version Control Systems•10 minutes
  • How to use Discussion Prompt•5 minutes
  • Best Practices for Structuring Git Repositories•10 minutes
  • Introduction to GitHub Workflows•10 minutes
  • Best Practices for Managing Remote Repositories•10 minutes
  • Summary: Git and GitHub Essentials•5 minutes
5 assignments•Total 42 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Introduction to Version Control and Git•3 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Getting Started with Git•3 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Introduction to GitHub•3 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Working with Remote Repositories•3 minutes
  • Knowledge Check: Git and GitHub Essentials•30 minutes
5 discussion prompts•Total 25 minutes
  • Introduce Yourself•5 minutes
  • The Role of Version Control in Modern Development•5 minutes
  • Git Internals and Staging Area•5 minutes
  • Real-World Use of GitHub•5 minutes
  • Remote Collaboration Challenges•5 minutes

This module focuses on collaborative techniques using Git. Learners will explore branching, merging, and rebasing workflows, handle conflict resolution, and use pull requests for code collaboration. It also covers managing larger projects using Git LFS, submodules, and history cleanup tools.

What's included

16 videos4 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts

16 videos•Total 79 minutes
  • Why Use Branches in Git?•5 minutes
  • Creating and Switching Branches•4 minutes
  • Merging Strategies: Fast-Forward vs. Non-Fast-Forward•5 minutes
  • Resolving Merge Conflicts•5 minutes
  • Disaster Recovery in Git Reflog, Reset and Restore•7 minutes
  • GitHub Flow•4 minutes
  • GitFlow •5 minutes
  • Trunk-Based Development•4 minutes
  • Working with Feature Branches and Pull Requests•5 minutes
  • Code Reviews and Collaboration with GitHub•5 minutes
  • Rebasing vs. Merging•4 minutes
  • Squashing Commits and Interactive Rebase•6 minutes
  • Handling Large Files with Git LFS•5 minutes
  • Working with Submodules in Git•4 minutes
  • Cleaning Up Git History with Filter-Branch and Rebase•5 minutes
  • Debugging with Git Bisect•6 minutes
4 readings•Total 35 minutes
  • Git Branching Best Practices•10 minutes
  • Choosing the Right Git Workflow for Your Team•10 minutes
  • Strategies for Handling Large Repositories•10 minutes
  • Summary: Collaborative Development with Git Workflows•5 minutes
4 assignments•Total 39 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Git Branching and Merging•3 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Advanced Git Branching and Rebasing•3 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Managing Large Repositories and Git History•3 minutes
  • Knowledge Check: Collaborative Development with Git Workflows•30 minutes
3 discussion prompts•Total 15 minutes
  • Branching for Agile Sprints•5 minutes
  • Choosing the Right Workflow for Your Team•5 minutes
  • Cleaning Commit History Before Release•5 minutes

This module explores automation and integration features in GitHub. Learners will use Git hooks and GitHub Actions to streamline workflows, apply security measures like signed commits and access control, integrate with Docker and Jenkins, and enhance development with GitHub Copilot.

What's included

15 videos5 readings5 assignments4 discussion prompts

15 videos•Total 83 minutes
  • Introduction to Git Hooks•5 minutes
  • Pre-Commit and Post-Commit Hooks•4 minutes
  • Automating Code Quality with Hooks•5 minutes
  • Introduction to GitHub Actions for Automation•7 minutes
  • Managing Credentials Securely in Git•6 minutes
  • Using Signed Commits for Verification•5 minutes
  • Secure GitHub Repository Access and Permissions•7 minutes
  • Identifying and Removing Sensitive Data from Repositories•6 minutes
  • Introduction to GitOps and Infrastructure as Code•5 minutes
  • GitHub Actions vs. Jenkins for CI/CD Pipelines•5 minutes
  • Using Git with Docker and Kubernetes•7 minutes
  • Version Control for Infrastructure Configuration•5 minutes
  • Introduction to GitHub Copilot•5 minutes
  • Basic Code Suggestions & Completion in Copilot•5 minutes
  • Resolve Merge Conflicts with GitHub Copilot - Demonstration•6 minutes
5 readings•Total 50 minutes
  • Best Practices for Using Git Hooks and GitHub Actions•10 minutes
  • Security Risks and Mitigation Strategies in Git•10 minutes
  • Best Practices for Git in DevOps Workflows•10 minutes
  • Real-World Impact of GitHub Copilot in Modern Software Teams•15 minutes
  • Summary: Advanced GitHub Features and DevOps Integration•5 minutes
5 assignments•Total 42 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Automating Git with Hooks and GitHub Actions•3 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Secure Git andGitHub Practices•3 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Integrating Git with DevOps and CI/CD•3 minutes
  • GitHub Copilot Essentials for Git Users•3 minutes
  • Knowledge Check: Advanced GitHub Features and DevOps Integration•30 minutes
4 discussion prompts•Total 20 minutes
  • Balancing Speed and Safety in Automation•5 minutes
  • Preventing Security Breaches in Open Repositories•5 minutes
  • GitOps in Cloud-Native Environments•5 minutes
  • Copilot in Onboarding and Learning•5 minutes

This module consolidates all learning through a practice project and graded assessment. Learners will demonstrate their ability to manage repositories, implement Git workflows, and integrate automation tools in real-world DevOps scenarios.

What's included

1 video1 reading2 assignments

1 video•Total 3 minutes
  • Course Summary•3 minutes
1 reading•Total 60 minutes
  • Implementing Git-Based Workflows for Scalable Development at CodeHub Solutions•60 minutes
2 assignments•Total 60 minutes
  • Using Git and GitHub for Team Collaboration•30 minutes
  • End Course Knowledge Check: Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development•30 minutes

Instructor

Edureka
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Frequently asked questions

Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development introduces learners to the fundamentals of version control using Git and GitHub. The course covers core Git operations, repository management, collaboration through pull requests and branching, and integration with workflow automation tools like GitHub Actions and Git hooks. It also includes secure version control practices and Git’s role in DevOps pipelines.

This course is intended for freshers, software developers, DevOps engineers, QA professionals, and system administrators who want to build or strengthen their skills in version control, code collaboration, and automation using Git and GitHub.

A basic understanding of software development concepts and familiarity with using the command line is recommended. No prior experience with Git or GitHub is required.

To follow along, you will need Git installed on your system, a GitHub account, and a code editor such as Visual Studio Code or any other preferred IDE. Internet access is necessary for using GitHub and optional tools such as GitHub Copilot.

Version control is a method of tracking changes to code and files over time. It helps developers manage different versions, collaborate on shared codebases, identify changes, and restore previous states when needed. It is a critical tool in modern software development.

Git is a distributed version control system that enables teams to track code changes, collaborate efficiently, and manage multiple branches of development. It supports fast and flexible workflows suitable for projects of all sizes.

Branches allow developers to work on isolated changes or features without affecting the main codebase. They are essential for managing multiple streams of development and supporting collaboration between team members.

No, Git works on Windows, macOS, and Linux. While some Git operations are performed through the command line, the course supports all major operating systems and does not require prior Linux knowledge.

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