Git Basics: Understanding Version Control | Programming Basics

WhiteboardDoodles September 11, 2025
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In this video, we dive into the world of Git, the version control system that powers modern software development. From making your first commit to managing branches and working with remote repositories, we break everything down with simple visuals and beginner-friendly explanations. You'll learn the basics of Git commands like git status, git add, git commit, git branch, git merge, git push, git pull and more. We'll also cover common workflows, how to undo mistakes and the best practices every developer should know. Whether you're just starting out with coding, collaborating on projects or aiming to understand how professionals manage source code, this video gives you a clear foundation in Git. By the end, you'll know not just how Git works, but why it's such an essential tool for any technical project, big or small. 📌 Chapters Covered: - Git & Version Control - Installing Git - Initializing & cloning repositories - Tracking Changes - Branches & Merging - Working with Remotes - Undoing Changes - Basic Git Workflow - Common Mistakes Link to our video on Programming basics: https://youtu.be/lj1AxGnIs5g 🎓 Join our growing community of tech enthusiasts and start learning today! ▶️ Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@WhiteboardDoodles24 📌 Follow us for updates: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhiteboardDoodles24/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiteboarddoodles24/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Git & Version Control 01:19 - Installing Git 02:04 - Git Concepts & Terminology 02:43 - (Git) Repository 03:27 - Commit 04:08 - Staging Area 04:51 - Branch 05:31 - Merge 06:05 - Remote / Origin 06:35 - Clone 07:06 - Pull / Push / Fetch 07:45 - Checkout / Switch 08:11 - HEAD 08:47 - Tags 09:26 - .gitignore 10:11 - Creating a Git Repository 10:59 - Tracking Changes 13:08 - Viewing History 14:03 - Branches & Merging 15:45 - Working with Remotes 16:48 - Undoing Changes 18:06 - Basic Git Workflow 19:04 - Common Mistakes 20:06 - Conclusions 20:56 - Outro #git #gitbasics #whiteboarddoodles

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