Git & GitHub
The Git & GitHub Course is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with the foundational to advanced knowledge of version control using Git and collaborative development using GitHub. This course begins by introducing the concept of version control systems, emphasizing Git’s role in modern software development workflows. Learners will understand the key differences between centralized and distributed systems, and gain hands-on experience with Git installation, configuration, and basic repository setup both locally and remotely.
As the course progresses, participants delve deep into essential Git operations, such as staging, committing, branching, merging, and resetting changes. They will explore how to manage multiple branches, resolve conflicts, and maintain clean commit histories. Special focus is given to real-world collaboration techniques like pull requests, issue tracking, and integrating SSH for secure GitHub interactions. Learners also engage with advanced features like stashing, cherry-picking, tagging releases, and rebasing, gaining fluency in managing complex development workflows.
The course culminates in a capstone project that requires students to build a fully version-controlled application using all concepts covered. This project simulates real-world collaboration by incorporating team-based workflows, code review, issue resolution, and CI/CD readiness. By the end of the program, students will not only master Git and GitHub from a technical perspective but also develop the discipline and best practices required for professional team-based software development.
Course Requirements
To ensure students gain the most from this Git & GitHub course, the following basic requirements and prerequisites are recommended:
- Understanding of file systems, command-line operations, and general computer usage is essential.
- Prior experience with any programming language (e.g., HTML, JavaScript, Python, etc.) will help in understanding project-based version control workflows.
- Learners must have an active internet connection and a GitHub account for remote repository interactions and practical assignments.
- Git should be pre-installed on your Windows, macOS, or Linux system. Guidance for installation will be provided in the course if needed.
- Any code editor such as Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text, or Atom is recommended to follow along with practical demonstrations.
- For secure GitHub interaction, learners are encouraged to generate and configure SSH keys, which will be taught during the course.
01. Basic Computer Knowledge :
02. Familiarity with Programming Concepts :
03. Internet Access and a GitHub Account :
04. Git Installed on the System :
05. Text Editor or IDE :
06. SSH Key Pair Setup (Optional but Recommended) :
Professional Experience and Skills Gained from Git & GitHub Course
After successfully completing the Git & GitHub course at The Geek Institute of Cyber Security, learners will acquire a strong foundation in version control and collaboration workflows. This hands-on experience will equip them with industry-relevant skills essential for modern web development, software engineering, and team-based projects in both frontend and backend environments.
- Mastery of Version Control Systems Proficient use of Git for tracking changes in source code, managing repositories, and maintaining clean development workflows.
- Team Collaboration Using GitHub Hands-on experience with GitHub for remote repository management, including cloning, forking, pull requests, and code reviews in collaborative environments.
- Branching and Merging Techniques Ability to create, manage, and merge branches effectively to support parallel development, feature integration, and conflict resolution.
- Secure and Professional Git Workflow Implementation Configuration of Git using SSH key pairs, user credentials, and remote setup to follow industry-standard secure practices.
- Real-World Project Management Practical exposure through capstone projects simulating real-world team development with issue tracking, version tagging, and rollback strategies using Git logs and resets.