Git Fundamentals – Getting Started with Git and GitHub

Course Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will master the Git version control system and GitHub, essential tools for modern software development. By the end of the course, you will be proficient in installing and configuring Git on macOS, Windows, and Linux. You’ll also gain a solid understanding of Git’s internal mechanics, including its data structure and object model. You will learn key Git operations, such as tracking project files, committing changes, handling branches, and resolving conflicts. The course starts with an introduction to Git and GitHub, followed by practical lessons on installation and configuration. As you progress, you’ll gain hands-on experience with basic Git commands, learning how to effectively track and manage files, commit changes, and navigate through your project’s history. You will also explore Git's powerful tools for branching and merging, which are crucial for collaborating on complex development projects. In the later sections, you'll dive deeper into advanced Git concepts, such as hash functions, object management, and efficient branching strategies. This course is ideal for beginners who want to gain a strong foundation in version control and collaborate effectively using GitHub. Whether you are a developer or a student, this course will equip you with the skills and insights necessary to manage your projects efficiently.