git &github

Git and GitHub Training Overview

Introduction to Git and GitHub

• Purpose of Git and GitHub

  • Git is a version control system, while GitHub is a platform to host projects that utilize Git.

  • Important for managing code versions and collaboration.

• Onboarding Process

  • Previous instruction from a lecturer about Git and GitHub.

  • Emphasis on understanding workflows and moving forward with using these tools effectively.

• Importance of Git and GitHub for students

  • Use them for official submissions and building a portfolio over time.

Connecting to the Virtual Machine (VM)

• Process for accessing the VM

  • Log on to the virtual machine (VM).

  • Remember: Download the connection file only once.

  • Use provided password to connect.

• Avoiding Drag-and-Drop

  • Do not drag and drop files between your local computer and the VM as it can be very slow.

  • Best method for file transfer: Upload files to Google Drive, then access it from the VM.

  • Reminder of potential pitfalls of storing files directly between the VM and personal machine.

Accessing the VM Setup

• Steps to access the VM using a redeem code

  • Redeem code must be acquired from an email sent by the department head.

  • Login to the portal mentioned and follow instructions to set the VM for first-year students.

  • Verify and use correct credentials for access.

• What to do after VM is running

  • Click on "Show connection information" to obtain your password.

  • Ensure the VM is in the running state before trying to connect.

Setting Up GitHub Account

• Establishing a GitHub account

  • Students must sign up for a GitHub account.

  • Recommendations for username: use either a student number or full name without spaces.

  • Importance of identifiable usernames for easy recognition in submissions.

• Email Considerations

  • Use student email to verify account and receive notifications.

  • Ability to change primary email and username in the future for professional purposes.

Understanding Git and GitHub Concepts

• Differentiating Git from GitHub

  • Git: Version control software specific to projects and folders, keeping a history of changes (initiate with git init).

  • GitHub: A platform for hosting repositories that utilize Git.

• Key Commands and Workflow

  • Workflow includes commands such as:

  • git init: Initializes a new repository.

  • git add .: Adds changes to staging area.

  • git commit -m "message": Saves changes to the repository with a message.

• Importance of committing changes

  • Regular commits help characters historical changes.

  • Ability to revert to previous project states if needed.

Installing Git on Personal Machines

• Git installation process

  • Visit Git SCM website and install the latest version (e.g., 2.5.3 for 64-bit).

  • After installation, verifying Git with git --version command in the command prompt.

  • Setting user credentials for Git:

  • Use commands:

    • git config --global user.name "Your Full Name"

    • git config --global user.email "your.email@student.com".

Creating and Managing Repositories on GitHub

• Process of creating a repository

  • Go to GitHub and create a new repository.

  • Repository name should be aligned with project name from NetBeans.

• Types of Repositories

  • Private repositories are only accessible by you while public repositories can be seen by all.

• Important notes about folder structure

  • GitHub works with entire project folders, not just single files.

  • Avoid drag-and-drop for uploading files to ensure the full project is sent.

Using NetBeans with Git

• Starting a project in NetBeans

  • Create a new project and recognize the project location in the filesystem.

• Initializing Git in NetBeans

  • Follow steps to initialize and manage Git commands from NetBeans alongside command prompt.

  • Importance of keeping track of changes using Git commands.

Final Workflow Steps

• Essential Git commands for ongoing development

  • After initial push, subsequent changes can be updated with just three commands:

  • git add .

  • git commit -m "your message"

  • git push -u origin master

• Importance of understanding commit history and pushing changes incrementally.

Rounding Off

• Key takeaways

  • Regular commits, identifiable usernames, and understanding the toolset.

  • Preparing to use Git and GitHub for classroom submissions and assignments.

• Future lessons will continue to elaborate on GitHub Desktop and more advanced Git functionalities.