GitHub
A Guide to Modern Version Control
A comprehensive handbook for mastering version control in modern software development. Understand both Git (the local version control tool) and GitHub (the web-based collaboration platform) in today's human-AI collaborative development environment.
What You'll Learn
Master version control in modern software development. Understand Git and GitHub for today's human-AI collaborative development environment.
Git Fundamentals
Installing and configuring Git locally, understanding core concepts and workflows.
Branching & Merging
Master branching strategies, merging, and conflict resolution techniques.
Pull Requests
Effective code review and quality assurance through pull requests.
GitHub Actions
Automate your workflow with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
Advanced Techniques
Interactive rebasing, stashing, and git bisect for debugging.
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Navigate the GitHub Ecosystem
This book serves as a practical, leadership-focused guide for leaders and managers in small- and mid-market businesses.
- 1GitHub Pages
Host websites directly from your repository
- 2Codespaces
Cloud-based development environments
- 3Dependabot
Automated dependency updates and security alerts
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Essential skills for modern software development.