Getting Started with GitHub

Course Description

Welcome to "Getting Started with GitHub," an introductory course designed to equip you with essential skills in one of the most widely used platforms for version control and collaboration in the tech industry. This hands-on guided project will introduce you to the fundamentals of GitHub, a platform used by over 94 million developers and 4 million organizations worldwide.

In this course, you'll dive into the world of GitHub, learning how to set up your account, create and modify repositories, manage branches, and handle pull requests. Whether you're aspiring to be a Software Developer, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, or DevOps Engineer, the skills you'll gain in this course are invaluable in today's tech-driven world.

What students will learn from the course

• Understanding the importance of GitHub in modern software development
• Creating and managing a GitHub account
• Setting up and modifying repositories
• Creating and editing files within GitHub
• Implementing version control through branching
• Collaborating with others using pull requests
• Merging changes into the main branch

Pre-requisites

Good news! This course requires no prior coding experience or specific technical skills. All you need is a willingness to learn and a modern web browser to access the lab environment.

What the course will cover

• Introduction to GitHub and its significance in the tech industry
• Setting up a GitHub account
• Creating and managing repositories
• File creation, editing, and uploading in GitHub
• Understanding and implementing branching
• Collaborating through pull requests
• Merging changes and maintaining code integrity

Who this course is for

This course is perfect for:

• Aspiring software developers
• Data scientists and data engineers
• DevOps engineers
• IT professionals looking to enhance their skillset
• Anyone interested in learning about version control and collaboration in software development

How learners can use these skills in the real world

The skills acquired in this course are directly applicable to real-world scenarios in software development and collaboration. You'll be able to:

1. Contribute to open-source projects
2. Manage your own coding projects efficiently
3. Collaborate with team members on software development tasks
4. Showcase your work to potential employers
5. Implement version control in your personal or professional projects
6. Understand and participate in modern software development workflows

By mastering these GitHub basics, you'll be well-prepared to explore more advanced features and integrate GitHub into your professional toolkit, enhancing your employability and effectiveness in tech-related roles.