Do I need prior programming or Linux experience?

No prior programming or coding knowledge is required. However, basic familiarity with Linux command line operations is recommended to succeed in this course.

How does this course prepare me for a career in DevOps or software?

This course provides foundational Git skills, which are essential for roles in DevOps, software development, and project management. You will gain practical experience in version control and collaborative project workflows, preparing you for entry-level positions.

What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Git for beginners with Hands-on Labs

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Git for beginners with Hands-on Labs

Instructor: Lydia Halie

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Beginner level

No prior experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

28 reviews

Beginner level

No prior experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Set up Git, manage local and remote repositories.
Implement Git branching for project version control.
Apply advanced Git commands: rebase, cherry-pick.
Collaborate using Git, resolve merge conflicts.

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5 assignments

Taught in English

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What is GIT?

What is the single most important tool that Developers and Operations teams must know alike today? Git! Git is a distributed version control system that allows developers and operations teams to collaborate and keep track of the changes made on a project. GIT, as a DevOps tool, empowers collaboration and faster release cycles. Anyone willing to start their DevOps career or level up should start from the basics, and GIT is the most fundamental requirement of all. Why You Should Use GIT Many of the most popular open-source projects today are developed on Github – Kubernetes, Ansible, Tensor Flow, Rust, Node.js, Go, Terraform, and Helm Charts being some of the top ones among the 100 million repositories. If you would like to learn and contribute to these projects, understanding Git is a must, and our GIT for beginners course is here to help! This is a beginner-level GIT tutorial course and is well structured with lectures and labs for those who are absolute beginners to GIT. System Administrators, Developers, or IT engineers without prior experience may go through this course to gain basic knowledge of GIT. GIT for Beginner’s Course – What You Will Learn In our GIT for beginners course, you’ll learn how to get up and running with Git, how to use it in your daily life, and get a deeper understanding of what Git actually is under the hood. This course consists of 19 sections that will familiarize you with Git and its possibilities. We’ll cover the possibilities of local and remote Git repositories, adding version control to your project by using branches and useful commands that make working with these branches even more powerful, such as fetching, pulling, rebasing, and cherry-picking. Besides some common Git commands, we’ll also cover the internals of Git and how it’s actually working under the hood! This course is project-based, so you will be working as part of a team, and you will learn how to share your work with your team members. Our embedded hands-on labs will ensure you gain enough practice right after learning each concept. We will test your work to ensure you have written them correctly and provide feedback. Pre-requisites 1. Linux command line basics 2. No programming/coding knowledge is required Git is a complex topic, especially for a beginner. We simplify complex concepts using the following: 1. Visualizations 2. Animations 3. Real-life project examples 4. Analogies 5. Demos 6. No more boring presentations! Hands-On Learning Learning by doing is the best way to learn. Our labs: 1. Opens right in your browser. No other setup is needed. 2. Pre-configured for you to learn the concepts in the previous lecture 3. Validate your work 4. Gives you instant feedback

This introductory module covers essential Git concepts, including installation, repository initialization, and basic operations. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped with foundational knowledge to start using Git effectively for version control.

What's included

7 videos6 readings1 assignment

7 videosTotal 28 minutes

GIT Course Introduction2 minutes
GIT Introduction3 minutes
Local and Remote Repositories2 minutes
Install GIT1 minute
Intialize a GIT Repository4 minutes
Demo: Initialize a GIT Repository15 minutes
GIT Log1 minute

6 readingsTotal 51 minutes

About this course10 minutes
Accessing the Labs1 minute
Lab Install GIT10 minutes
Lab: Initialize a GIT Repository10 minutes
Lab: GIT Log10 minutes
How to Reach Out and Engage with the Community10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Git Introduction Assessment30 minutes

This module focuses on Git remote repository management, branches, and collaborative workflows. You will gain proficiency in branching strategies to streamline project development. Practice creating and merging branches regularly to solidify your skills.

What's included

2 videos2 readings1 assignment

This module covers Git remote repositories, including forking, pull requests, and resolving merge conflicts. You will learn to manage collaborative workflows for seamless project teamwork. Practice conflict resolution to ensure smooth team contributions.

What's included

7 videos6 readings1 assignment

7 videosTotal 12 minutes

Initialize Remote Repositories2 minutes
Pushing to remote repositories1 minute
Cloning remote repositories2 minutes
Pull Requests2 minutes
Fetching and Pulling1 minute
GIT - Merge Conflicts2 minutes
Fork2 minutes

6 readingsTotal 60 minutes

Lab: Remote repositories10 minutes
Lab: Cloning Remote repositories10 minutes
Lab: Pull Requests10 minutes
Lab: Fetching and Pulling10 minutes
Lab: Merge Conflicts10 minutes
Lab: Fork10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Initialize Remote Repositories Assessment30 minutes

This module introduces advanced Git techniques including rebasing, interactive rebasing, and cherry-picking. Participants will explore the benefits and applications of these techniques, learning how to integrate changes seamlessly, manage commit histories effectively, and apply specific commits across branches.

What's included

3 videos2 readings1 assignment

Explore essential Git operations like resetting, reverting, and stashing. Learn to manage changes effectively, undo modifications, and temporarily store alterations during development. Gain insights into efficient navigation of Git history using the reflog.

What's included

5 videos3 readings1 assignment

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Frequently asked questions

Git is a distributed version control system. It helps individuals and teams track changes in projects, manage code, and collaborate efficiently. This system is fundamental for modern software development.

Git provides tools for tracking every change, allowing teams to work on projects simultaneously without overwriting each other's work. It supports efficient collaboration, code review, and rollback capabilities, which are crucial for successful project management and software operations.

You will learn to use Git commands, manage repositories, and work with Git branches. The course also covers collaborative workflows using platforms like GitHub, and concepts relevant to DevOps tools and Linux environments.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.