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DevOps Version Control Concepts and Practices: Introduction to Version Control

by Matt Allford

Version control is a must-have skill for IT practitioners and developers. This course will teach you how to use Git to manage changes, work with branches, and resolve conflicts for better collaboration.

What you'll learn

Whether you’re working independently or as part of a team, version control is a critical skill. In this course, DevOps Version Control Concepts and Practices: Introduction to Version Control, you’ll learn how to use Git to track, manage, and share your work. First, you’ll explore how to install and configure Git and initialize your first repository. Next, you’ll discover how to capture changes, view commit history, and manage untracked files using a .gitignore file. Finally, you’ll learn how to create branches, merge changes, and resolve conflicts, including collaborating with others using a shared repository. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Git needed to manage version control in real-world scenarios.

About the author

Matt is a DevOps engineer and solution architect with over 10 years of experience in systems administration, architecture and design, primarily in the on-premises data center. He has a new found passion for Cloud and DevOps processes, tools and techniques and enjoys helping customers and the community realize value from technology. Over the past several years Matt has experienced first-hand the power of the communities within the wider IT industry and enjoys learning from others and, where possi... more

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