Introduction to Git: Master Version Control with Git and GitLab

Introduction to Git By GitLab

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What You’ll Learn

  • Understand the fundamentals of Git as a version control system
  • Perform basic Git commands for branching and merging locally and remotely
  • Manage source code and documents using Git and GitLab
  • Collaborate effectively with teams using Git workflows
  • Set up and verify Git installation on various operating systems
  • Configure SSH keys for secure GitLab access

Course Requirements

  • High-level knowledge of the software development lifecycle
  • Experience with any version control system is helpful but not required
  • Access to a GitLab project to clone a repository
  • Git installed on your local machine (macOS, Linux, or Windows)
  • SSH keys generated for GitLab access
  • A modern browser (not Internet Explorer)

Course Overview

Ready to take control of your code with Git and GitLab?
This comprehensive course introduces you to Git, an open-source version control system (VCS) designed to track changes in files and enable seamless team collaboration. You’ll learn how to use Git on your local computer and remotely with GitLab to manage source code, documents, and more.
Designed for anyone new to Git or GitLab, this course is perfect for developers, project managers, and teams looking to streamline their workflow and maintain code integrity. No prior experience with Git is required, though familiarity with the software development lifecycle is helpful.
Through hands-on lessons, you’ll master essential Git commands, learn to create and manage branches, merge changes, and collaborate effectively using GitLab.
Why Take This Course?
Git is the industry-standard tool for version control, and GitLab is a powerful platform for managing repositories. This course provides practical, step-by-step guidance to help you confidently use both tools, whether you're contributing to open-source projects or managing enterprise codebases.
By the end of the course, you’ll know how to:

  • Use Git for version control and collaboration
  • Execute branching and merging strategies locally and remotely
  • Manage repositories in GitLab with ease
  • Verify and set up Git on macOS, Linux, or Windows
  • Configure SSH keys for secure GitLab access
  • Avoid common pitfalls in version control workflows

How long is the course?
The course takes approximately 1 hour to complete, with 4 self-paced lessons that you can access for up to 6 months from registration.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes! Upon completion, you’ll receive a Udemy certificate to showcase your skills and enhance your resume or portfolio.
Is there any risk?
Not at all. The course includes a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can enroll with confidence.
Start mastering Git and GitLab today to take your version control skills to the next level!

Who This Course Is For

  • Developers new to Git or GitLab
  • Project managers overseeing development teams
  • Teams looking to improve collaboration and code management
  • Anyone interested in learning version control with Git

Meet Your Instructors

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by GitLab

GitLab Inc. is an American company that operates and develops GitLab, an open-core DevOps software package that can develop, secure, and operate software.