Introduction
Git is a version control system that helps you track changes, collaborate with others, and safely manage your code.This guide is written for beginners and explains the core ideas behind Git in simple terms.
What is Version Control?
Version control keeps a history of changes to files. It allows you to:
- Go back to earlier versions
- See what changed and who changed it
- Work with others without overwriting work
What is Git?
Git is a distributed version control system. Every developer has a full copy of the project and its history. Git is different from Github, which is just a hosting platform for Git projects.
Key Concepts
Repository: A folder tracked by Git
Commit: A saved snapshot of changes
Branch: A parallel line of development
Remote: A copy of the repository hosted online
Tracking Changes
- Check status: git status
- Stage files: git add .
- Save changes: git commit -m "message"
Pushing Code
Pushing sends your commits to a remote repository: git push origin main
Pulling Code
Pulling brings the latest changes from a remote repository: git pull origin main
Daily Workflow
- Pull latest changes
- Edit files
- Add changes
- Commit changes
- Push to remote
Why learn Git?
Git helps you work safely, collaborate easily, and is a required skill for most developers.
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