Introduction to Git and GitHub

Learn how to best utilize Git and Github to build commercially-savvy applications.

Course Details

Throughout most of the tech world, Git and GitHub are the de facto tools used for version control and collaboration. However, they can seem difficult to use at first glance. That’s why this course exists: to teach IT and development teams how to best utilize Git and GitHub.

What Will Developers Learn?

In this course, you will not just learn how to commit or merge using Git but how it works under the hood. You’ll understand the inner workings of Git, what makes it tick, and how to get the most out of it for your team. You will also learn how to collaborate with other developers on the GitHub platform.

During the course, you will get hands-on experience by completing an extensive set of exercises that will take you through realistic challenges you will face working with both Git and GitHub. This will help prepare you for using both tools in your day-to-day work life.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is for developers who want to learn how to use Git and GitHub effectively in their daily work. It is also suitable for IT professionals who want to improve their tech skills and better collaborate with their colleagues.

What Are The Prerequisites?

You need to be familiar with working with files using the command-line interface. This course will be taught using Windows, but Linux and Mac users will be able to follow along.

How Long is the Course? Where Does It Happen?

This course comes in two formats: two full days or four half days. It can be delivered on-site at your company or remotely via Zoom.

About the Trainer

Tore Nestenius is an independent software consultant and trainer with over ten years of experience training and coaching development and IT teams. Tore teaches a wide range of topics regularly, including .NET/C#, software architecture, DDD/CQRS, security, and web development.

Introduction to Git and GitHub Agenda

Fundamentals of Git

Git – the big picture
Configuring Git
Git fundamentals
Commits
The commit message
The DAG
Working with the Index
Understanding branches
Working with merge
Rebase branches

Collaboration using GitHub

GitHub – the big picture
Fetching changes from GitHub
Pushing to GitHub
Collaborating with others
Pull requests
Reviewing pull requests

Introduction to Git & GitHub

Article SKU:
T103

Duration:
2 days or 4 half days

Level:
Beginner

Language:
English, Swedish

Price:
Contact me for a price enquiry or to submit interest.

Introduction to Git and GitHub Training FAQs

Do you provide both on-site and remote training classes?

Yes, we provide both types of training.

Do you provide training in both Swedish and English?

Yes, both options are available. All our course materials are in English and we can teach the class in either Swedish or English.

Do you do half-day training?

When we run on-site, we usually do full-day classes. For remote training, we can provide options for both half and full days.

Do you do webinars and shorter talks?

Yes, please visit our Talks page for more details.

Do you provide customized courses?

Yes we do that. Contact me for more information.

Put Tore to the Test: Book A Free Workshop

The best workshops create an immersive experience. See the benefits that practical, attentive, and up-to-date training can offer today by putting me to the test!

I offer 30-45 minute workshops that can be customized to your team’s needs:

Choose a topic that is key to you and your team.
Pick a webinar or in-person workshop if you’re in Sweden or Denmark.
I will tailor the workshop to the challenges you’re actually facing.
Chat with me before going ahead to make sure it’s the right fit for you.

Feel free to get in touch using the details below, submitting a form on the contact page, or connect with me on LinkedIn!