This document provides a step-by-step guide for adding and pushing files to a GitHub repository using Command Prompt. It includes instructions for cloning the repository, switching branches, copying files, staging changes, committing with a message, and pushing changes to the remote repository. Each step is detailed to ensure successful execution of the process.
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This document provides a step-by-step guide for adding and pushing files to a GitHub repository using Command Prompt. It includes instructions for cloning the repository, switching branches, copying files, staging changes, committing with a message, and pushing changes to the remote repository. Each step is detailed to ensure successful execution of the process.
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Step-by-Step Guide: Adding and Pushing
Files to GitHub 1. Open Command Prompt (CMD) To start, open the Command Prompt on your computer. Search for "cmd" in the Start menu and click on the Command Prompt application.
2. Clone the Repository
Use the following command to clone the repository to your local machine: git clone "URL" Where Does the URL Come From? o The URL is the link to the GitHub repository. o To find it, go to the GitHub repository page, click the "Code" button, and copy the HTTPS URL (e.g., https://github.com/username/repository- name.git). o Replace "URL" in the command with the copied link.
3. Switch to the Models Branch
Navigate into the project directory: cd Smart_Personal_Budget_Planner Switch to the Models branch: git switch Models Note: If you just cloned the repository, you may already be on the Models branch. Check your current branch with: git branch
4. Copy and Paste Files
Copy the image and file you received via Telegram into the mdd folder inside the project directory. Steps: 1. Open the folder where you cloned the repository. (e.g., C:\Users\Kbrom\Smart Personal Budget Planner\ Smart_Personal_Budget_Planner) 2. Locate the mdd folder. 3. Paste the files from your Telegram downloads into the mdd folder.
5. Go Back to Command Prompt
After copying the files, return to Command Prompt (CMD).
6. Stage Your Changes
Run the following command to stage all changes (new, modified, or deleted files): git add .
7. Commit Your Changes
Commit the staged changes with a descriptive message: git commit -m "Add initial use case diagram and related images to MDD folder" Tip: Modify the commit message to accurately describe your changes.
8. Push Changes to the Remote Repository
Push the committed changes to the Models branch on GitHub: git push origin Models