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Git & GitHub Basics – A Beginner's Guide to Version Control

Git feels scary at first, but it's just a save button for your code. Learn the core commands every developer uses every day.

ACAxeCodi Team28 Jun 2026
Git version control terminal commands

Git is the tool every developer uses to save and track their code. Here are the commands that cover 90% of your daily workflow.

The Core Commands

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git init              # start a repo
git add .             # stage your changes
git commit -m "msg"   # save a snapshot
git push              # upload to GitHub
git pull              # download latest changes

Why It Matters

GitHub is your public portfolio and your safety net. Every project you build should live there — it's how employers and clients will judge your work.

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