Introduction to Git & GitHub

What is Git?

Git is a version control system (VCS) that helps developers track changes in their code, collaborate efficiently, and manage their projects over time. It allows you to see who made changes, when they were made, and why they were made.

Git is a software tool used for tracking changes in code.

What is GitHub?

GitHub is a web-based platform that provides a centralized space to store, manage, and collaborate on code repositories. It offers features to review, contribute, and enhance projects in various programming languages.

GitHub is an online platform for hosting Git repositories and facilitating teamwork.

How to setup Git:

• 1-Step visit https://git-scm.com/downloads

• 2-Step Choose your appropriate Operating System.

  

• 3-Step Select your OS architecture.

  

  • It will automatically start downloading Git.

  • Install it into your system.

How to create Github account

• 1-Step visit https://github.com/

• 2-Step Click on Sign up for GitHub

  
  

• 3-Step Next you will be on the Sign up page.

• Fill in your details (Email, Password, Username) and click on Continue button.

  

• 4-Step It will ask you to verify your account, You see two options to verify your account.

  • Visual puzzle
  • Audio puzzle

• In my case i am clicking on Visual puzzle button.

  

• 5-Step Match the directions with the image. And click on Submit button.

  

• 6-Step After that you will be on Email verification page.

  

• 7-Step Check your Email that you have given in the Sign up page.

  

• After filling the verification code , it will redirect you to Login page, Enter your Username and Password and click on Sign in button.

  

• After that you will be on Dashboard page.

  

• 8-Step Now you are ready to use Github.

• Now Click on your profile picture in the top right-top corner.

  
  
  

How to Connect Git Software and GitHub Account

To work with Git and GitHub together, you need to connect your local Git software with your GitHub account. This allows you to easily manage your code, collaborate with others, and keep your projects organized.

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• Git installed on your computer. You can download it from git-scm.com.
• A GitHub account. If you don't have one, sign up at github.com.

How to Connect Git Software with GitHub Account

When you install Git and create a GitHub account, they don't automatically know about each other. Think of Git as your local tracking system and GitHub as your remote storage space - you need to introduce them to each other. This connection is essential because:

1. Git needs to know who you are when tracking changes
2. GitHub needs to verify that you have permission to push code to repositories
3. This connection ensures all your commits are properly attributed to your GitHub account

Connecting Git to GitHub

Step 1: Configure Your Identity

First, we need to tell Git who you are. This information will be attached to all your code changes (commits).

1. Open the terminal (Git Bash)

2. Set your GitHub username by running the command:

   git config --global user.name "YourGitHubUsername"

   Replace YourGitHubUsername with the username you created on GitHub.

Step 2: Set Your Email

Next, configure the email associated with your GitHub account:

git config --global user.email "[email protected]"

This must be the same email you used to create your GitHub account..

Step 3: Verify Your Configuration

To make sure everything is set up correctly:

git config --global --list

You should see your username and email listed in the output.

Once these steps are completed, your Git software is successfully connected to your GitHub account. Now you can start tracking your projects, creating repositories, and collaborating with others.

How Git and GitHub Work Together

Git helps you manage and track changes locally, while GitHub acts as a remote storage and collaboration hub. Together, they provide an efficient workflow for software development.

Differences Between Git and GitHub

Many people think Git and GitHub are the same, but they are different. Here is a simple comparison:

Feature	Git	GitHub
Definition	A tool to track changes in code	A website to store and share code
Usage	Works on your computer	Works online via web
Purpose	Helps in managing code history	Helps in collaboration and sharing
Storage	Stores code locally on your computer	Stores code online (cloud)
Collaboration	Limited to local machine	Easy sharing with others
Internet	Does not need the internet	Needs internet to work

By using Git and GitHub together, developers can work on projects efficiently, track changes, and collaborate easily. Learning how they work will help you in school projects and future jobs.