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Git Workflow Quick Guide

This document provides a step-by-step guide to mastering Git, a version control system that helps track changes in code. It covers essential commands and processes such as creating a repository, cloning, staging, committing changes, branching, and merging. The guide emphasizes the importance of Git for developers and encourages practice to solidify skills.

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Git Workflow Quick Guide

This document provides a step-by-step guide to mastering Git, a version control system that helps track changes in code. It covers essential commands and processes such as creating a repository, cloning, staging, committing changes, branching, and merging. The guide emphasizes the importance of Git for developers and encourages practice to solidify skills.

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Confused by Git Workflow?

Your easy guide to mastering version


control. Scroll to learn step-by-step!

By: Tech Fusionist


Git: Project Backups &
More!

Git is a version control system that tracks changes to


your code. It's like having super-powered "undo" and
"save" buttons for your projects. If you mess something
up, you can easily revert to a previous version. Think of it
as insurance for your code, allowing you to experiment
without fear!
Step 1: Create a Repository
A repository (repo) is like the main folder for your project,
where Git tracks all the changes. You can create a repo on
platforms like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket. This
becomes the central hub for your code. When you create
it you'll choose a name, add a description, and initialize a
README file.
Step 2: Clone the Repo
Cloning means copying the remote repository from
GitHub (or similar) to your local computer. You'll use the
git clone command followed by the repo's URL. This
creates a local copy of your project that you can work on.
Now you can modify all the files in this local copy.
Step 3: Make Changes
Locally

Now you can edit files in your local copy of the


repository. This could mean adding new features, fixing
bugs, writing documentation, or any other work your
project needs. You can use any text editor or IDE. Git will
be watching for any changes to these files.
Step 4: Staging Your
Changes
Staging means selecting which changes you want to
include in your next commit. Use the git add command
to stage specific files or git add . to stage all changed
files. Think of staging as preparing your changes to be
saved as a snapshot.
Step 5: Commit Your
Changes
Committing is like saving a snapshot of your staged
changes. Use the git commit -m "Your descriptive
message here" command. The message should briefly
describe what you changed. This creates a local record of
your work with that message.
Real World: Fix a Typo!

Imagine you spot a typo on your website. You edit the file
locally, stage the change with git add, and commit it
with git commit -m "Fix typo on homepage". A small
change, but important! These changes are now tracked
locally and saved with a commit message to help
remember what you changed.
Step 6: Push to the Remote
Pushing uploads your local commits to the remote
repository (e.g., GitHub). Use the git push origin main
command (or the correct branch name). This shares your
changes with your team and updates the central version
of your project.
Step 7: Branching for
Isolation

Branching creates a separate line of development. Use


git branch new-feature to create a new branch, then git
checkout new-feature to switch to it. This allows you to
work on new features or bug fixes without disrupting the
main codebase. Work on your code safely in the branch
before adding it to the main codebase.
Step 8: Merging Branches

Merging combines the changes from one branch into


another (usually from your feature branch into the main
branch). After testing, use git checkout main, then git
merge new-feature. Resolve any conflicts that arise and
commit the merge. The new feature is now a part of your
main codebase.
Real World: Add a New
Feature
You want to add a new contact form to your website. You
create a branch called contact-form, develop the
feature, test it thoroughly, and then merge it into the
main branch. If something goes wrong, you can simply
delete the branch without damaging your main website.
Step 9: Resolve Conflicts
Conflicts happen when changes on different branches
modify the same lines of code. Git will mark these areas
in the file. You need to manually edit the file to resolve
the conflicts, then stage and commit the resolved file. Git
gives you easy-to-use tools to help visualize and fix
conflicts.
Git Commands Cheat Sheet

git init: Initialize a new Git repository


git clone: Copy a repository from a remote URL
git add: Add files to the staging area
git commit: Save staged changes with a message
git push: Upload local commits to the remote
repository
git pull: Download changes from the remote
repository
git branch: Create, list, or delete branches
git checkout: Switch between branches
git merge: Combine changes from one branch into
another
Ready to Master Git?

Congratulations, you now have a foundational


understanding of Git workflow! Keep practicing and
experimenting to solidify your skills. Git is an invaluable
tool for any developer.

Check the link below for tons of resources to help you on


your journey!

https://www.atlassian.com/git/tutorials

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