GitHub
Read the Git and GitHub documentation provided in the Tools section.
Git Commands: When to Use Them
git clone
When to use:
Use this the first time you want to copy a remote repository (e.g., from GitHub) to your computer.
Command:
git clone <repository_ssh_url>
Tip: Run this only once per project. After that, use git pull to update your local copy.
git pull
When to use: Use this to bring in the latest changes from the remote repository to your local repository.
Command:
git pull
Tip: Always run this before starting new work to make sure your files are up to date.
git add
When to use: Use this to stage (mark) new or modified files that you want to include in the next commit.
Command:
For one file
git add <file_name>
For all changes
git add .
git commit
When to use: Use this after git add to save a snapshot of your staged changes in the local repository.
Command:
git commit -am "Describe the change you made"
Tip: Write clear and meaningful commit messages so you and others understand the change.
git push
When to use: To send your committed changes from your computer to the remote repository (e.g., GitHub).
Command:
git push
Typical Workflow
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git pull: get the latest updates. -
Edit your code/files.
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git add: if new files have been added or to stage your changes. -
git commit -am "message": save your changes locally. -
git push: upload your changes to GitHub.