In this course, you will master the Git version control system and GitHub, essential tools for modern software development. By the end of the course, you will be proficient in installing and configuring Git on macOS, Windows, and Linux. You’ll also gain a solid understanding of Git’s internal mechanics, including its data structure and object model. You will learn key Git operations, such as tracking project files, committing changes, handling branches, and resolving conflicts.

Git Fundamentals – Getting Started with Git and GitHub
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Git Fundamentals – Getting Started with Git and GitHub
This course is part of Complete Git Guide: Understand and Master Git and GitHub Specialization

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What you'll learn
Understand the core concepts of version control and Git workflows.
Install and configure Git across various platforms and environments.
Explore Git’s internal structure, including its object model and hash functions.
Learn how to create, manage, and commit changes to branches in Git.
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