https://github.com/djeada/git-notes
This repository contains notes on various topics related to Git. The notes are intended to be a reference for Git commands and concepts, and are organized by topic.
https://github.com/djeada/git-notes
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This repository contains notes on various topics related to Git. The notes are intended to be a reference for Git commands and concepts, and are organized by topic.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/djeada/git-notes
- Owner: djeada
- Created: 2021-05-27T17:10:12.000Z (over 4 years ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-09-12T19:07:30.000Z (4 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-09-12T21:01:36.392Z (4 months ago)
- Topics: cheatsheet, git, notes
- Homepage: https://adamdjellouli.com/articles/git_notes
- Size: 396 KB
- Stars: 3
- Watchers: 2
- Forks: 1
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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# Git Notes
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A comprehensive curated collection of Git documentation, commands, and best practices designed to serve as both a learning resource and quick reference guide for developers at all skill levels.
## 📚 Table of Contents
- [Overview](#overview)
- [Documentation Structure](#documentation-structure)
- [Getting Started](#getting-started)
- [Core Topics](#core-topics)
- [Advanced Concepts](#advanced-concepts)
- [Best Practices](#best-practices)
- [External Resources](#external-resources)
- [Contributing](#contributing)
- [License](#license)
- [Support](#support)
## 📖 Overview
This repository provides structured, comprehensive documentation covering Git version control system fundamentals through advanced workflows. Each topic is meticulously organized with practical examples, command references, and real-world scenarios to facilitate both learning and day-to-day development work.
### Target Audience
- **Beginners**: New to version control seeking foundational knowledge
- **Intermediate Users**: Developers looking to deepen Git understanding
- **Advanced Practitioners**: Teams implementing sophisticated Git workflows
- **Educators**: Instructors teaching version control concepts
## 📁 Documentation Structure
### Core Topics
| Topic | Description | Skill Level |
|-------|-------------|-------------|
| [Introduction to Version Control](notes/01_introduction_to_version_control.md) | Fundamental concepts and Git basics | Beginner |
| [Creating a Repository](notes/02_create_repository.md) | Repository initialization and setup | Beginner |
| [Making and Managing Changes](notes/03_making_changes.md) | Staging, committing, and change management | Beginner |
| [Working with Branches](notes/04_working_with_branches.md) | Branch creation, switching, and management | Intermediate |
| [The HEAD Pointer](notes/05_head.md) | Understanding Git's reference system | Intermediate |
### Advanced Concepts
| Topic | Description | Skill Level |
|-------|-------------|-------------|
| [Tags](notes/06_tags.md) | Version tagging and release management | Intermediate |
| [Stashing Files](notes/07_stashing_files.md) | Temporary change storage and retrieval | Intermediate |
| [Viewing Repository Changes](notes/08_observing_repository.md) | History analysis and change inspection | Intermediate |
| [Working with Remotes](notes/09_synchronization.md) | Remote repository synchronization | Intermediate |
| [Squashing Commits](notes/10_squashing_commits.md) | Commit history optimization | Advanced |
### Specialized Topics
| Topic | Description | Skill Level |
|-------|-------------|-------------|
| [Archiving a Repository](notes/11_archive.md) | Repository backup and archival strategies | Advanced |
| [Hosting a Git Server](notes/12_git_server.md) | Self-hosted Git infrastructure | Advanced |
| [Common Points of Confusion](notes/13_points_of_confusion.md) | Troubleshooting and misconceptions | All Levels |
| [Branching Strategies](notes/14_branching_strategies.md) | Team workflow methodologies | Advanced |
| [Monorepo vs. Multirepo](notes/15_mono_and_multi_repo.md) | Repository architecture decisions | Advanced |
## 🚀 Getting Started
### Prerequisites
- Git installed on your system ([Download Git](https://git-scm.com/downloads))
- Basic command-line familiarity
- Text editor or IDE of choice
### Quick Navigation
1. **New to Git?** Start with [Introduction to Version Control](notes/01_introduction_to_version_control.md)
2. **Need specific commands?** Use the search function or browse by topic
3. **Working on a team?** Review [Branching Strategies](notes/14_branching_strategies.md)
4. **Troubleshooting?** Check [Common Points of Confusion](notes/13_points_of_confusion.md)
## 🛠️ Best Practices
This repository emphasizes:
- **Industry-standard workflows** and conventions
- **Practical examples** with real-world applications
- **Security considerations** for Git operations
- **Performance optimization** techniques
- **Team collaboration** strategies
## 📚 External Resources
### Essential Reading
- [Pro Git Book](https://git-scm.com/book/en/v2) - Comprehensive official documentation
- [Git Magic](http://www-cs-students.stanford.edu/~blynn/gitmagic/ch01.html) - Advanced Git techniques
### Interactive Learning
- [Interactive Git Branching Tool](https://learngitbranching.js.org) - Visual learning platform
- [Oh Shit, Git!?!](https://ohshitgit.com/) - Emergency Git situations
### Technical Deep Dives
- [Anatomy of a Git Commit](https://blog.thoughtram.io/git/2014/11/18/the-anatomy-of-a-git-commit.html)
- [Git for Computer Scientists](https://eagain.net/articles/git-for-computer-scientists/)
- [Explain Git in Simple Words](https://xosh.org/explain-git-in-simple-words/)
## 🤝 Contributing
We welcome contributions from the community! Please review our contribution guidelines before submitting.
### How to Contribute
1. **Fork** the repository to your GitHub account
2. **Clone** your fork locally:
```bash
git clone https://github.com//Git-Notes.git
cd Git-Notes
```
3. **Create** a feature branch:
```bash
git checkout -b feature/improve-documentation
```
4. **Make** your changes with clear, descriptive commits:
```bash
git add .
git commit -m "docs: enhance branching strategies section with examples"
```
5. **Push** to your fork:
```bash
git push origin feature/improve-documentation
```
6. **Submit** a Pull Request with detailed description
### Contribution Guidelines
- Follow existing documentation structure and formatting
- Include practical examples where applicable
- Ensure content accuracy and clarity
- Add appropriate cross-references
- Update table of contents if adding new sections
## 📄 License
This project is licensed under the [MIT License](LICENSE) - see the LICENSE file for full details.
### License Summary
- ✅ Commercial use permitted
- ✅ Modification and distribution allowed
- ✅ Private use encouraged
- ❗ Include license and copyright notice
## 💬 Support
### Getting Help
- **Issues**: Report bugs or request features via [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/djeada/Git-Notes/issues)
- **Discussions**: Join community conversations in [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/djeada/Git-Notes/discussions)
- **Documentation**: Browse existing topics or search the repository
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