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Free GitHub Course for Beginners

Name: GitHub Tutorial for Beginners
Rating: 4.44 (1518 reviews)

GitHub Tutorial for Beginners

4.44 Beginner level 3.0 learning hrs 25.3K+ Learners

Learn github from basics in this free online training. Github tutorial is taught hands-on by experts. Learn about accessing, touring, working with github & lot more. Best For Beginners. Start with github course now!

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About this course

A core part od software developent is handling code and hence we need to learn how to use a Version control system to effectively work with the code we write. So, In this course, We will be talking about GitHub the cloud based code hosting service. We will be covering basic concepts such as what is Git, what is Github and the differences between both and also a few other theoretical concepts such as git lifecycle to help you build a strong foundation in understanding github as a tool. We will then understand how to access GitHub and how to use it in the practical session.

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Course outline

Introduction to GitHub Tutorial for Beginners

What is Version Control in GitHub

Difference between Git vs GitHub

Tour and Accessing GitHub

Introduction on how to create a GitHub profile

Sample Directory in GitHub

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Riyasath Ali

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India

“GitHub Tutorial for Beginners - This Course Was Well-Structured”

The instructor explained the concepts clearly, making it simple to understand the basics of version control and repository management. The curriculum included hands-on exercises that helped reinforce learning. I appreciated the comprehensive approach, which included creating and managing branches, as well as collaboration features like pull requests. Overall, it was a great course for building foundational GitHub skills.

Shreya Nanaware

5.0

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India

“Very Good Course with Best Faculty Experience”

Absolutely amazing course with the best faculty! The hands-on experience with Git was incredibly valuable, and the instructors made complex concepts easy to understand. Highly recommend this course for anyone looking to master version control and Git workflows!

Kirusan Sivasampu

5.0

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“Git and GitHub Tutorial for Beginners”

I like the curriculum, skills, and tools. The way of instruction by the instructor and how he explains the depth of the topics is awesome. The quizzes and assignments are really helpful to understand the concepts.

Omoniyi Elisha Omotola

5.0

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“Great Course and Curriculum on GitHub”

Taking an online course on GitHub enhanced my skills in version control, collaboration, and workflow management. It deepened my understanding of branching, merging, and pull requests, boosting my productivity.

Divyansh Mishra

5.0

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India

“It Was Very Nice and Productive and I Would Like to Recommend It to My Friends”

This course helped me with my questions about Git and GitHub, and I am certain that from now on I can increase my proficiency in it.

Amogha Raj Sandur

5.0

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India

“A Simple, Short, and Good Course of GitHub for Beginners! 🙂”

Loved the duration of the videos. Loved the energy and enthusiasm of the instructors. Loved the simplicity, yet insightfulness of the course.

A A KHATANA

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India

“GitHub Tutorial for Beginners Course”

GitHub Tutorial for Beginners course of Data Science is nicely structured.

muhammad bello kamilu

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Nigeria

“I've really enjoyed this lesson and I really benefit from it.”

I like the simplicity of the course contents and also the quiz.

Roshan Josua

5.0

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India

“Easy to follow and every point was quite clear”

The curriculum was much easier to follow, and the instructor was very clear with his examples.

Michael Williams

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United States

“My review of GitHub Tutorial for Beginners”

The walk-through really helped me understand the platform and how to use it effectively.

Our course instructor

Pragya P

IT & Software Expert

335.4K+ Learners

41 Courses

Pragya is currently working as a Senior Research Analyst at Great Learning. With a passion for teaching, she has served in the higher education sector for more than five years. Pragya is UGC NET and GATE qualified professional with expertise in various Computer Science Subjects like Java Programming, Operating systems, Data Structures, Database management systems etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I receive a certificate upon completing this free course?

Yes, upon successful completion of the course and payment of the certificate fee, you will receive a completion certificate that you can add to your resume.

Is this course free?

Yes, you may enroll in the course and access the course content for free. However, if you wish to obtain a certificate upon completion, a non-refundable fee is applicable.

How do I start learning GitHub?

This certificate course is enough to get you started learning GitHub.

What is GitHub and how do you use it?

GitHub is a Central Repository that uses Git as a version control system. GitHub is a place for developers where you can store the projects and get connected with like-minded people. After the creation of the GitHub account. The accounts come with abundant storage space where the repositories are stored and build a profile for value. By default, the repositories are set to public but can be made private as well.

Is GitHub good for beginners?

No, GitHub is not good for beginners. A beginner should only focus on learning how to code rather than focusing on complex syntax or complex commands.

Is GitHub easy to learn?

Yes, GitHub is easy to learn, it requires no prerequisites and requires no coding experience.

What is the best way to learn GitHub?

One of the best ways to learn GitHub is by taking up the free online course offered by Great Learning.

Can I learn coding on GitHub?

GitHub is a lot more than just a code hosting platform where you can learn coding with repositories.