Introduction to Git and GitHub

Whether you’re a beginner or just starting with version control, mastering Git and GitHub is essential for every developer. This free 1-hour workshop is the first session of our 8-part series designed to help you prepare for the [GitHub Foundations Certification](https://learn.github.com/certification/GHF). In this session, we’ll walk you through the fundamentals of Git and GitHub, explore how version control enhances collaboration, and guide you on how GitHub allows open-source contributions and professional workflows. **Title:** Introduction to Git and GitHub (GitHub Foundations Prep – Session 1 of 8) **Date & Time:** 24th September 2025 \| 05:00 PM – 06:00 PM IST **Location Online**: Register Now **What You’ll Learn:** * Introduction to Version Control: Why it matters and how Git fits in. * Hands-on Git Basics: Create repos, track changes, commit history, and recover from mistakes. * GitHub Essentials: Explore repositories, issues, pull requests, and discussions. * GitHub Flow in Action: Clone, branch, push, and merge with real-world workflows. * Next Steps: Practice resources and learning paths to continue your journey. **Who Should Attend:** * Beginners exploring version control * Developers & practitioners new to Git/GitHub * Students starting their software development journey * Professionals interested in contributing to open source **🎤 Meet the Speaker** [Viswanatha Swamy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/viswanatha-swamy-b57326128/) is a seasoned AI professional with deep expertise in Azure's AI ecosystem. With years of experience in designing and deploying enterprise-grade AI solutions, he obtains a unique perspective on developer productivity. His passion lies in simplifying AI tactics for developers and mentoring teams to unlock efficiency with intelligent tools like GitHub Copilot. 🚨 Don’t Miss Out! This is Session 1 of 8th in our [GitHub Foundations Certification](https://learn.github.com/certification/GHF) Prep Series. Join this interactive session and get hands-on with Git and GitHub - essential tools for every developer. 🔗 Register Now to Save Your Spot (Free Session!) #GitHub #Git #VersionControl #GitHubFoundations #OpenSource #DevCommunity #SoftwareDevelopment #CodingJourney #Developers #ProgrammingLife #TechWorkshop #FreeWorkshop #GitHubCertification #LearnToCode #CollaborationTools #DeveloperProductivity #GitHubFlow #AIandDevTools #ContinuousLearning #DataCouch