Version Control Systems keep track of files by saving changes over time. For example, a developer can make changes to a file and check the file in to the system. The system will create a version for that file and any other files that were changed. If any subsequent changes are made later that prove to break the software, a previous working version of the software can be recalled. Git was developed to provide an efficient means of version control and was originally developed to track Linux Kernel development.
Version Control of a Python Project using Git
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Instructor: David Dalsveen
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Stage the files and directories using Git Add. Use Git status to track the changes.
Use Git Commit to commit changes to the local repository.
Revert to a previous local version using Git checkout and Git reset.
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In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Use git init to create a repository and configure Git.
Create python code and files in the directory structure.
Stage the files and directories using Git Add. Use Git status to track the changes.
Use Git Commit to commit changes to the local repository.
Revert to a previous local version using Git checkout and Git reset.
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Learners should be familiar with using a Linux environment, including familiarity with an editor, the Linux file system, and command line.
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