Mastering GitHub

GitHub Basics Course Outline

GitHub is a leading Git repository hosting platform for open-source and private projects. Owned by Microsoft since 2018, it is essential for modern software development, project showcasing, and open-source contributions. It serves as a central hub for developer collaboration and code sharing.

Module 1: Introduction to GitHub

  • What is GitHub?
  • GitHub vs. Git: Understanding the Difference
  • Setting Up a GitHub Account
  • Exploring the GitHub Interface
  • Creating Your First Repository

Module 2: Essential GitHub Workflows

  • Cloning a Repository from GitHub
  • The Push and Pull Workflow
  • Working with Remote Repositories
  • Understanding the main/master Branch
  • Exploring Repository Insights and Activity

Module 3: Collaboration with GitHub

  • Creating and Using Branches in GitHub
  • Making Changes: Issues and Commits
  • Understanding Pull Requests (PRs)
  • Code Review Process
  • Merging PRs into the Main Branch

Module 4: Contributing to Open Source

  • Forking a Repository
  • Making Contributions: Pull Request Workflow
  • Licensing and Code of Conduct
  • Understanding Issues and Discussions
  • Joining GitHub Communities

Module 5: Useful GitHub Features

  • Using README.md and Project Documentation
  • Adding and Managing Collaborators
  • Working with GitHub Pages: Free Website Hosting
  • GitHub Actions: Basics of Automation
  • Leveraging GitHub Projects (Kanban Boards)

Module 6: Security and Best Practices

  • Managing Repository Settings and Access
  • Keeping Your Code Secure
  • Setting Up Branch Protection Rules
  • Reviewing Commits and Audit Logs
  • Following GitHub’s Community Guidelines