Module 1 of 8 in Foundational Tools in Android

Introduction to Version Control

Apr 10 2024, Git 2.44, Terminal, GitHub Desktop

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In this module, you’ll learn what a version control system is and why using one is important for any software development project. You’ll also learn the basics of using Git, the most popular system for mobile developers. Then you’ll explore Github.com for hosting your code and collaborating with others on your projects. By Walter Tyree.

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EXPERIENCE
Beginner level
EST TIME TO COMPLETE
1 hr, 51 mins
CONTENT
3 lessons
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Module outcomes

  • Understand the benefits of using version control for mobile development.
  • Use a version control system such as git to track changes to code.
  • Understand the benefits of hosting a project on GitHub and how to do so for free.

Covered concepts

  • Version Control
  • Git
  • github

Module content

1
Introduction to Version Control Lesson (21 mins)

This lesson will explain the value of version control and the basic concepts of all version control systems. Then it will give an introduction to Git, the most popular system used by mobile developers. The lesson concludes with a tour of a small Git repository using some basic commands.

 Start
Introduction • Start Reading · 1 min
Instruction Reading · 15 mins
Demo Video · 4 mins
Conclusion Reading · 1 min
Quiz Time 6 questions
2
Using Git for Development Lesson (43 mins)

Learn the commands you’ll use every day when you work with Git.

 Start
Introduction • Start Reading · 1 min
Installing & Configuring Git Reading · 7 mins
Configuration Demo Video · 5 mins
Everyday Git Commands Reading · 15 mins
Git Commands Demo Video · 3 mins
Merging Changes Reading · 8 mins
Merging Demo Video · 2 mins
Conclusion Reading · 1 min
Quiz Time 6 questions
3
Using GitHub for Version Control Lesson (48 mins)

This lesson introduces you to hosting your repositories on a service like GitHub. You’ll learn how to link remote and local repositories and how to set up collaboration with other developers.

 Start
Introduction • Start Reading · 1 min
Why Use a Remote? Reading · 4 mins
Creating Your First Repository on GitHub Reading · 8 mins
New Repository Demo Video · 6 mins
Linking a Repository to GitHub Reading · 14 mins
Push & Pull Demo Video · 5 mins
Collaborating on GitHub Reading · 6 mins
Pull Request Demo Video · 3 mins
Conclusion Reading · 1 min
The Final Quiz 6 questions