Git Going with Comparing, Branching and Merging

🌟 Git Going with Comparing, Branching and Merging 🌟

Course Headline:

Comprehensive, step-by-step guide to Comparing, Branching, Merging and Rebasing in the Git source control system

Are you a bit puzzled by the intricacies of comparing, branching, merging, and rebasing in Git? You're not alone! These are some of the most critical yet complex aspects of using Git effectively. This course is specifically designed to demystify these processes, giving you a firm understanding and hands-on experience with each concept. 🛠️💡

Course Outline:

1. Course Introduction and Overview

   • A brief rundown of what the course will cover, setting expectations for learning outcomes.

2. Git Installation

   • Dedicated sections for both Windows and Mac users to ensure a smooth setup process.
   • Step-by-step instructions for downloading and configuring Git on your system.

3. Downloading the Example Project Repository

   • Guidance on cloning an example project repository from GitHub for practical application throughout the course.

4. Comparisons in Git (🔍)

   • Understanding all the different states within Git: modified, staged, and committed.
   • Learning how to compare commits and between branches, as well as between local changes and remote repositories.

5. Branching and Merging (🌱)

   • Mastering the "happy path" of branching and merging with a focus on "Fast-Forward" merges.
   • Exploring common automatic merges and intentionally causing conflicts for hands-on resolution practice with a visual merge tool.

6. Rebasing (⏫)

   • Diving into the complexities of rebase with several examples, including conflict resolution.

7. Course Features:

   • Rich presentations that prioritize audio/video training over slide-ware.
   • Extensive screencast video training for detailed visual guidance through each command or action.

Special Notes:

• This course is part of the "Git Going" series and is included with the Git Complete comprehensive course. If you are already enrolled in that course, there's no need to sign up for this one.
• The course makes extensive use of the command line interface. Every command is explained in detail, ensuring no matter your skill level, you can follow along and learn effectively.

Recent Course Updates:

• October 17: Added an Updates and Errata section to keep the course content up-to-date and address any issues that may arise.

By the end of this course, you'll have a robust understanding of the tools and techniques necessary to effectively manage your projects with Git. Whether you're new to Git or looking to deepen your expertise, "Git Going with Comparing, Branching and Merging" is designed to help you master these key features in the Git source control system. Join us and elevate your project management skills! 🚀🔗🎓