GIT WORKFLOW

Lucy Anyango — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:31:46 +0000

## What is Git?

Git is a version control system used to track changes in files and maintain a history of a project.

It allows you to:

Git runs on your computer and tracks your project locally.

GitHub is an online platform where Git repositories can be stored, shared, and collaborated on.

## The Basic Git Workflow
Important workflow to understand is:

Working Directory
↓
git add
↓
Staging Area
↓
git commit
↓
Local Repository
↓
git push
↓

## GitHub

Shows which files have been added, modified, or are waiting to be staged.

Moves your changes to the staging area.

Creates a saved version of the staged changes.

Uploads your committed changes to the GitHub repository.

## Creating a Repository

Create a project folder and initialize Git:

mkdir my-project
cd my-project
git init

git init turns the folder into a Git repo.

## Connecting to GitHub

Connect your local repository to GitHub:

git remote add origin git@github.com:username/repository.git

Check the connection:

git remote -v

Then push the project:

git branch -M main
git push -u origin main

## Git Commands to Remember
Command Purpose

Remember this workflow:

EDIT
↓
git status
↓
git add
↓
git commit
↓
git push
↓
GITHUB

Once you understand this cycle, you have the best foundation for using Git and GitHub effectively.

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