Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development

Instructor: Edureka

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4 modules

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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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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 prompts2 plugins

21 videosTotal 96 minutes

Course Introduction4 minutesPreview module
Why Version Control is Essential7 minutes
Centralized vs. Distributed Version Control5 minutes
Introduction to Git and Its Features6 minutes
Installing and Configuring Git2 minutes
Git Internals5 minutes
Understanding Git File Workflow5 minutes
Initializing a Repository and First Commit3 minutes
Cloning a Repository5 minutes
Tracking and Untracking Files5 minutes
Working with .gitignore4 minutes
GitHub and its Uses5 minutes
Setting Up a GitHub Account and SSH Authentication3 minutes
Creating and Managing GitHub Repositories2 minutes
Pushing and Pulling Changes between Git and GitHub2 minutes
Forking and Cloning Repositories4 minutes
Remote Repository Basics 4 minutes
Git Authentication: HTTPS vs. SSH 4 minutes
Advanced Collaboration With GitHub5 minutes
Configuring Remote Repositories3 minutes
Resolving Merge Conflicts in Remote Workflows3 minutes

7 readingsTotal 60 minutes

Welcome to Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development10 minutes
The Evolution of Version Control Systems10 minutes
How to use Discussion Prompt5 minutes
Best Practices for Structuring Git Repositories10 minutes
Introduction to GitHub Workflows10 minutes
Best Practices for Managing Remote Repositories10 minutes
Summary: Git and GitHub Essentials5 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 42 minutes

Practice Quiz: Introduction to Version Control and Git3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Getting Started with Git3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Introduction to GitHub3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Working with Remote Repositories3 minutes
Knowledge Check: Git and GitHub Essentials30 minutes

5 discussion promptsTotal 25 minutes

Introduce Yourself5 minutes
The Role of Version Control in Modern Development5 minutes
Git Internals and Staging Area5 minutes
Real-World Use of GitHub5 minutes
Remote Collaboration Challenges5 minutes

2 pluginsTotal 20 minutes

Version Control Essentials Check-In10 minutes
Git Concepts and Commands Understanding Check-In10 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 prompts1 plugin

16 videosTotal 79 minutes

Why Use Branches in Git?5 minutesPreview module
Creating and Switching Branches3 minutes
Merging Strategies: Fast-Forward vs. Non-Fast-Forward5 minutes
Resolving Merge Conflicts4 minutes
Disaster Recovery in Git Reflog, Reset and Restore6 minutes
GitHub Flow3 minutes
GitFlow 5 minutes
Trunk-Based Development4 minutes
Working with Feature Branches and Pull Requests5 minutes
Code Reviews and Collaboration with GitHub4 minutes
Rebasing vs. Merging4 minutes
Squashing Commits and Interactive Rebase6 minutes
Handling Large Files with Git LFS5 minutes
Working with Submodules in Git4 minutes
Cleaning Up Git History with Filter-Branch and Rebase5 minutes
Debugging with Git Bisect6 minutes

4 readingsTotal 35 minutes

Git Branching Best Practices10 minutes
Choosing the Right Git Workflow for Your Team10 minutes
Strategies for Handling Large Repositories10 minutes
Summary: Collaborative Development with Git Workflows5 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 39 minutes

Practice Quiz: Git Branching and Merging3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Advanced Git Branching and Rebasing3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Managing Large Repositories and Git History3 minutes
Knowledge Check: Collaborative Development with Git Workflows30 minutes

3 discussion promptsTotal 15 minutes

Branching for Agile Sprints5 minutes
Choosing the Right Workflow for Your Team5 minutes
Cleaning Commit History Before Release5 minutes

1 pluginTotal 10 minutes

Branching Strategies and Collaboration Skills Check-In10 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 prompts1 plugin

15 videosTotal 83 minutes

Introduction to Git Hooks5 minutesPreview module
Pre-Commit and Post-Commit Hooks4 minutes
Automating Code Quality with Hooks4 minutes
Introduction to GitHub Actions for Automation6 minutes
Managing Credentials Securely in Git6 minutes
Using Signed Commits for Verification5 minutes
Secure GitHub Repository Access and Permissions6 minutes
Identifying and Removing Sensitive Data from Repositories5 minutes
Introduction to GitOps and Infrastructure as Code5 minutes
GitHub Actions vs. Jenkins for CI/CD Pipelines5 minutes
Using Git with Docker and Kubernetes7 minutes
Version Control for Infrastructure Configuration4 minutes
Introduction to GitHub Copilot4 minutes
Basic Code Suggestions & Completion in Copilot4 minutes
Resolve Merge Conflicts with GitHub Copilot - Demonstration5 minutes

5 readingsTotal 50 minutes

Best Practices for Using Git Hooks and GitHub Actions10 minutes
Security Risks and Mitigation Strategies in Git10 minutes
Best Practices for Git in DevOps Workflows10 minutes
Real-World Impact of GitHub Copilot in Modern Software Teams15 minutes
Summary: Advanced GitHub Features and DevOps Integration5 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 42 minutes

Practice Quiz: Automating Git with Hooks and GitHub Actions3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Secure Git andGitHub Practices3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Integrating Git with DevOps and CI/CD3 minutes
GitHub Copilot Essentials for Git Users3 minutes
Knowledge Check: Advanced GitHub Features and DevOps Integration30 minutes

4 discussion promptsTotal 20 minutes

Balancing Speed and Safety in Automation5 minutes
Preventing Security Breaches in Open Repositories5 minutes
GitOps in Cloud-Native Environments5 minutes
Copilot in Onboarding and Learning5 minutes

1 pluginTotal 10 minutes

Remote Repository Management and Workflow Check-In10 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 assignments1 plugin

1 videoTotal 3 minutes

Course Summary3 minutesPreview module

1 readingTotal 60 minutes

Implementing Git-Based Workflows for Scalable Development at CodeHub Solutions60 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Using Git and GitHub for Team Collaboration30 minutes
End Course Knowledge Check: Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development30 minutes

1 pluginTotal 10 minutes

End-to-End Version Control Check-In10 minutes

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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.

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