📄️ 5.1 Introduction to Git and Version Control
Git is a distributed version control system that helps you track changes, manage project history, and collaborate efficiently Version control allows you to manage changes, track progress, and collaborate safely without losing work. It lets you experiment freely, recover from mistakes, and maintain a complete history of your project.
📄️ 5.2 Installing Git
Before you can use Git, install it on your system and configure your identity.
📄️ 5.3 Initializing a Local Git Repository
You can use Git locally without any hosting service to track your work. Once a directory is initialized, Git begins tracking changes to files inside it.
📄️ 5.4 Using `.gitignore` to Exclude Files (Optional)
Not every file in your project needs to be tracked by Git. Temporary files, logs, virtual environments, or system files can clutter your repository and should be excluded.
📄️ 5.5 Working with Branches and Commits
Branches let you work on new features, fixes, or experiments without affecting your main codebase. They make it easier to test ideas safely and keep your project history organized.
📄️ 5.6 Best Practices for Local Repositories
Commit Practices