Version Control & Collaborative Development

Module Overview

Master the backbone of modern software development through comprehensive version control and collaborative workflows. Learn Git fundamentals, GitHub/GitLab proficiency, branching strategies, merge conflict resolution, and code review processes. Build professional development habits while applying these skills to your Task Manager project and preparing for enterprise-level teamwork.

Technical Depth

Git Fundamentals & Setup

Foundation + Practice

Overview

Build a solid foundation in distributed version control systems and Git workflow fundamentals. Master essential Git commands, understand the staging area, commit history, and repository structure. Learn proper Git configuration and establish professional development habits that will serve you throughout your career.

Learning Resources

Course Title Provider Description Level Mandatory Action
Git and GitHub for Beginners
freeCodeCamp
Comprehensive 1.5-hour crash course covering Git installation, configuration, repositories, and basic workflow essentials.
 Beginner Required Start Learning
Git Tutorial for Beginners
Programming with Mosh
Clear, concise introduction to Git core concepts including staging, committing, and branching fundamentals.
 Beginner Required Start Learning
Complete Git and GitHub Tutorial
Udemy
Professional course covering Git from installation to advanced workflows, perfect for building enterprise-ready skills.
 Intermediate Optional Start Learning
Oh My Git! - Interactive Game
Open Source
Learn Git commands through engaging gameplay and visual scenarios. Perfect for reinforcing command memory.
 Beginner Optional Start Learning
Official Git Documentation
Git SCM
Authoritative reference with complete OS-specific setup instructions and comprehensive command documentation.
 All Levels Reference Start Learning

Practical Exercise

Git Mastery Challenge
  1. Install and configure Git with proper user credentials and SSH keys
  2. Create a local repository for your Task Manager project
  3. Practice essential commands: init, add, commit, status, log, diff
  4. Create a comprehensive .gitignore file for your project stack
  5. Demonstrate staging, unstaging, and commit message best practices
  6. Complete the "Oh My Git!" interactive scenarios
Start Exercise

GitHub/GitLab Collaboration

Team Workflow

Overview

Master modern collaborative development platforms and their integration with professional workflows. Learn remote repository management, fork and pull request workflows, issue tracking, and project management features. Understand how to contribute to open source projects and work effectively in distributed teams.

Learning Resources

Course Title Provider Description Level Mandatory Action
GitHub Flow Tutorial
GitHub
Official guide to GitHub's lightweight, branch-based workflow perfect for continuous deployment and team collaboration.
 Beginner Required Start Learning
Fork and Pull Request Workflow
GitHub Community
Comprehensive guide to the standard fork and pull request workflow used in open source contributions and team development.
 Intermediate Required Start Learning
GitHub for Developers
Google
Professional course covering GitHub advanced features, project management, and enterprise workflows for developers.
 Intermediate Required Start Learning
Team Git Workflow
freeCodeCamp
Professional team practices for multi-developer workflows, including branch protection and review processes.
 Intermediate Optional Start Learning
GitHub Projects Guide
GitHub
Learn to integrate project management directly with your code using GitHub's built-in project tracking tools.
 Intermediate Optional Start Learning

Collaboration Challenge

Professional GitHub Workflow
  1. Create a GitHub repository for your Task Manager project
  2. Set up branch protection rules and required pull request reviews
  3. Create comprehensive README.md with project documentation
  4. Implement issue templates and pull request templates
  5. Practice fork and pull request workflow with a classmate's repository
  6. Set up GitHub Projects board to track Task Manager development milestones
Start Challenge

Branching Strategies & Merge Conflicts

Advanced Workflow

Overview

Master advanced Git branching patterns and conflict resolution techniques essential for professional development. Learn Git Flow, GitHub Flow, and feature branch strategies. Develop expertise in handling merge conflicts, rebasing, and maintaining clean commit histories that support team productivity and code quality.

Learning Resources

Course Title Provider Description Level Mandatory Action
Learn Git Branching
Interactive Tutorial
Visual, interactive tutorial for mastering Git branching, merging, and rebasing through hands-on practice scenarios.
 Intermediate Required Start Learning
Resolving Merge Conflicts
GitHub
Official GitHub guide for resolving merge conflicts using both command line and visual tools.
 Intermediate Required Start Learning
Git Flow vs GitHub Flow
Atlassian
Comprehensive comparison of popular branching strategies with practical implementation guidance for different project types.
 Intermediate Required Start Learning
Advanced Git - Udemy Course
Udemy
Professional course covering advanced Git techniques, conflict resolution strategies, and enterprise workflow patterns.
 Advanced Optional Start Learning
Git Merge Conflicts - Visual Guide
Atlassian
Visual tutorial with practical examples for understanding and resolving different types of merge conflicts.
 Intermediate Optional Start Learning

Branching & Conflict Resolution Lab

Advanced Git Workflow Mastery
  1. Implement Git Flow branching strategy for your Task Manager project
  2. Create feature branches for different Task Manager components (auth, dashboard, tasks)
  3. Intentionally create and resolve merge conflicts between feature branches
  4. Practice rebasing to maintain a clean commit history
  5. Complete all scenarios in the "Learn Git Branching" interactive tutorial
  6. Document your branching strategy and conflict resolution procedures
Start Lab

Code Review Processes & AI Integration

Quality & AI Enhancement

Overview

Master professional code review practices and integrate modern AI tools to enhance your development workflow. Learn industry-standard review processes, automated quality checks, and AI-powered tools for commit messages, code analysis, and collaborative development. Build skills that ensure code quality and team productivity in professional environments.

Learning Resources

Course Title Provider Description Level Mandatory Action
Google Code Review Guide
Google
Industry-standard code review practices and standards used by Google engineering teams for maintaining high-quality codebases.
 Intermediate Required Start Learning
Code Review Best Practices
Atlassian
Comprehensive guide to implementing effective code review culture and techniques for improving team productivity and code quality.
 Intermediate Required Start Learning
GitHub Advanced Security
GitHub
Learn to implement automated security scanning, dependency management, and code quality checks in your development workflow.
 Advanced Required Start Learning
AI Commit Messages
GitHub Open Source
Automate commit message generation using AI tools to maintain consistent, descriptive commit histories.
 Intermediate Optional Start Learning
GitHub Copilot for Code Review
GitHub
Leverage AI-powered code review assistance for security analysis, performance optimization, and best practice enforcement.
 Advanced Optional Start Learning

Code Review & AI Integration Project

Professional Code Review Workflow
  1. Implement comprehensive pull request templates for your Task Manager project
  2. Set up automated code quality checks (linting, testing, security scanning)
  3. Practice peer code reviews following Google's review standards
  4. Install and configure AI commit message tools (aicommits or similar)
  5. Create a team code review checklist and process documentation
  6. Demonstrate end-to-end workflow from feature development to production merge
Start Project
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