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Git and GitHub for Beginners 2026: Complete Guide

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Git is the version control system every developer uses. GitHub is wher

This guide teaches you Git and GitHub from absolute zero - no prior experience needed.

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Why You Need Git and GitHub

- Every tech company uses Git - it is a non-negotiable skill - Track changes - see every edit you have ever made to your code - Undo mistakes - go back to any previous version instantly - Collabora

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What Is Git?

Git is a version control system - it tracks every change you make to your files. Think of it as "save states" for your code.

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What Is GitHub?

GitHub is a cloud platform that hosts your Git repositories online. It adds collaboration features like pull requests, issues, and project boards.

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Step 1: Installation

Windows: Download from git-scm.com. Run the installer with default settings.

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Step 2: Core Git Concepts

A repository is a folder tracked by Git. It contains your project files and the complete history of changes.

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Step 3: Your First Repository

1. Go to GitHub → New Repository 2. Name it "my-first-repo" 3. Do NOT initialize with README (you already have one) 4. Copy the commands GitHub gives you:

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Step 4: The Git Workflow

The daily workflow every developer follows:

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