Codecademy's Learn Git and GitHub course teaches version control: how to track changes in code, undo mistakes, work with branches, and collaborate on projects using Git and GitHub. The free tier covers the basics of Git (init, add, commit, branch, merge) and GitHub (creating repos, pushing code). After finishing, you understand how to version your projects and work with others. The main limitation: the free tier is brief and doesn't go deep into collaborative workflows. It covers the essentials, though, so it's a solid foundation.
Git is used by over 95% of professional developers for version control, making it an essential skill in every development job (source: Stack Overflow Developer Survey 2024).
About This Course
Codecademy's interactive Git course covers the entire version control workflow: commits, branches, merging, rebasing, remotes, pull requests, and collaborating on GitHub.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Codecademy's Git course free?
The basics are free. Advanced lessons on collaboration and GitHub workflows require Codecademy Pro.
Do I need to know programming to learn Git?
No. Git works with any files, not just code. Understanding what Git does is separate from coding.
What's the difference between Git and GitHub?
Git is the version control system you use locally. GitHub is the platform where you push your code and collaborate. You use Git locally, then push to GitHub.
Will I understand branching after this course?
Yes. You'll know how to create branches, switch between them, and merge. That's the core of collaborative development.
Is this enough to work on a team?
It covers the technical basics. Real teamwork also involves code review, pull requests, and communication, which you'll learn on the job.
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