GitHub for Next-Generation Coders: Build your ideas, share your code, and join a community of creators

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Build a powerful portfolio on GitHub that showcases your most impressive coding projects and technical skillsKey FeaturesExplore GitHub's powerful features and make it the central hub for all your coding adventuresLearn how to use GitHub Copilot as your coding sidekick, suggesting lines of code to help you write faster and smarterLearn how to optimize and personalize your GitHub profiles for maximum impact from a community leaderPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionNavigating the world of collaborative software development can be daunting, especially for young coders just starting their programming journey. This book is designed to take you on a coding adventure, transforming you from a curious beginner into a confident GitHub user. The book builds a solid foundation and explains the Git version control system in depth, helping you understand how to track changes, collaborate effectively, and manage your projects with ease. You'll master repositories, the building blocks of your coding projects, and learn branching strategies to experiment and work seamlessly with others. The chapters will teach you about GitHub Actions, guiding you through workflow syntax, exploring environments and secrets management, and providing hands-on exercises to solidify your understanding. You’ll also discover how to craft a compelling GitHub profile that highlights your achievements and discover the exciting world of open-source projects where you can contribute and give back to the community. To get you started with AI, you’ll also learn how to leverage Copilot and ChatGPT together to write faster, cleaner code. By the end of this book, you’ll be well prepared to contribute to real-world projects on GitHub, equipped with the skills to thrive in the world of collaborative software development.What you will learnTravel back in code history and track different versions of your projectsKeep your code blocks neat and tidy within your repository, just like sorting puzzle pieces to create a masterpieceCreate branches to experiment with new ideas or features without messing up your main codeUse Git to share your suggestions and collaborate with other coders to make your code even more amazingAutomate and level up your coding game with GitHub ActionsBuild your coder reputation by contributing to open source projectsWho this book is forThis book is for young, tech-curious individuals eager to find out more about the world of software development. If you are a student motivated to learn GitHub to better understand collaborative coding practices, manage projects effectively, and potentially pursue careers or hobbies in the technology field, then this book is for you.
Copyright:
2024

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Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:
9781835462898
Publisher:
Packt Publishing
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Copyrighted By:
Packt Publishing
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
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No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Computers and Internet
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Bookshare Staff
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This is a copyrighted book.

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