Github

A Fun way to learn Github

Let's get serious about this GitHub journey and leave no stone unturned.

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Setting Up GitHub CLI

Chapter 1: Initialize & Clone

• Creating a New Repository

  • Go to GitHub.

  • Click the '+' icon > 'New repository'.

  • Name it "DevMasterpiece".

  • Select 'Private/Public'.

  • Initialize with a README.

  • Click 'Create repository'.

• Cloning an Existing Repository

  • In your terminal, navigate to your desired directory.

  • Run: git clone https://github.com/YourUsername/DevMasterpiece.git

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Chapter 2: Commits & Changes

• The Staging Area

  • Edit README.md.

  • Stage your changes: git add README.md or git add . to stage all changes.

• Committing Changes

  • Run: git commit -m "Descriptive message about changes"

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Chapter 3: Pushing & Pulling

• Pushing Changes

  • To push to the main branch: git push origin master

  • To push to a different branch: git push origin branch-name

• Pulling Updates

  • Sync with the latest: git pull origin master or for a different branch: git pull origin branch-name

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Chapter 4: Branching & Merging

• Creating & Switching Branches

  • Create and switch to a new branch: git checkout -b "branch-name"

  • Simply switch between branches: git checkout branch-name

• Pushing Branches

  • Push your new branch: git push -u origin branch-name

  • The -u sets the upstream, making subsequent pushes simpler.

• Merging Branches

  • Switch to the target branch (commonly master): git checkout master

  • Merge your branch: git merge branch-name

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Chapter 5: Pull Requests

• Creating a Pull Request

  • Push your branch to GitHub using: git push -u origin branch-name

  • On GitHub, navigate to the main page of the repo.

  • Click the 'Pull request' tab > "New Pull Request".

  • Select your branch from the dropdown.

  • Click "Create pull request".

  • Add any additional details and click "Submit pull request".

• Reviewing & Merging a Pull Request

  • Navigate to the 'Pull requests' tab on GitHub.

  • Click on the PR you want to review.

  • After reviewing, click "Merge pull request" > "Confirm merge".

  • Optionally, delete the branch after merging.

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Chapter 6: Authentication Tokens

• Generating a Token

  • Go to Settings > Developer settings > Personal access tokens on GitHub.

  • Click "Generate new token".

  • Save the token securely.

• Using Tokens

  • Use the token when prompted for a password in the terminal.

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Chapter 7: Pro Tips & Advanced Commands

• Stashing Changes

  • Hide current changes: git stash

  • Reapply stashed changes: git stash pop

• Remotes

  • View connected remote repositories: git remote -v

  • Add a new remote repo: git remote add remoteName repoURL

• Rebase

  • Apply changes from one branch onto another: git rebase branch-name

  • This rewrites commit history. Ensure you understand its implications.

• Checking History

  • View commit history: git log

  • For a cleaner history view: git log --oneline

• Undoing Things

  • Amend the last commit (e.g., to fix a commit message): git commit --amend

  • Reset your branch to look exactly like another branch: git reset --hard branch-name

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This guide is meant to offer a comprehensive look into the daily workings of GitHub. Remember: while these commands provide power, they also come with responsibility. Always double-check your commands, especially when rebasing or resetting, as they can change commit history. Dive deep, practice, and may your repositories always be conflict-free! ALSOOO Follow me on X (Twitter) for more developer tips!