GitHub Training Overview
This GitHub and GitHub Actions course teaches developers fundamental concepts, including the distinction between Git and GitHub, effective repository management, and collaborative workflows. Furthermore, the course delves into using GitHub Actions to streamline Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) processes.
Location and Pricing
Accelebrate offers instructor-led enterprise training for groups of 3 or more online or at your site. Most Accelebrate classes can be flexibly scheduled for your group, including delivery in half-day segments across a week or set of weeks. To receive a customized proposal and price quote for private corporate training on-site or online, please contact us.
In addition, some courses are available as live, instructor-led training from one of our partners.
Objectives
- Differentiate between Git and GitHub and explain their roles in version control and collaboration.
- Navigate the GitHub interface.
- Create and clone repositories, and synchronize local repositories with GitHub using Push, Fetch, and Pull.
- Manage branches, merge changes, and resolve conflicts.
- Understand GitHub Codespaces for enhanced development workflows.
- Create and manage workflows to automate CI/CD processes.
Prerequisites
All attendees must have taken Accelebrate's course Git for Developers or have the equivalent knowledge.
Outline
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Introduction
Git vs. GitHub
- Key differences between Git and GitHub
GitHub interface overview
- Navigation: Repositories, Pull Requests, Issues, and Actions
- Settings: Managing repository permissions and configurations
Creating and cloning repositories
- Steps to create a new repository on GitHub (public vs. private)
- Cloning a repository locally using HTTPS, SSH, or GitHub CLI
Synchronize GitHub and local repositories (Push, Fetch, Pull)
Branching and merging
- Creating, switching, and deleting branches using Git commands
- Performing merges
Resolving conflicts
- Understanding why merge conflicts occur and common scenarios
- Conflict resolution using tools like VS Code or the Git CLI
Forking
- Keeping a forked repository in sync with the original repository
Pull requests
- Creating pull requests for code review and contribution
- Managing pull request workflows: Assigning reviewers and merging changes
Managing issues and discussions
- Creating and organizing GitHub Issues with labels and milestones
GitHub Codespaces overview
GitHub Actions overview
- Overview of GitHub Actions workflow syntax and events
- Key use cases: Automating tests, builds, and deployments
Creating and managing workflows
- Writing workflow YAML files for specific triggers (push, pull requests, etc.)
- Managing workflow runs and viewing logs for debugging
Managing GitHub secrets
- Adding and using secrets in workflows for secure credentials
- Rotating and removing secrets when no longer needed
Continuous Integration (CI)
- Setting up CI pipelines to automate testing
Continuous Deployment (CD)
- Automating deployment pipelines to staging or production environments
- Using GitHub Actions to manage multi-environment deployments
GitHub Packages registry
- Publishing packages to GitHub Packages (npm, Docker, etc.)
- Accessing and consuming packages in workflows or applications
Caching and artifact management
- Configuring caching in workflows to speed up builds and tests
Integration security and code quality tools
Monitoring and troubleshooting workflows
Conclusion
Training Materials
All Git training attendees receive comprehensive course materials.
Software Requirements
Attendees will not need to install any software on their computers for this class. The class will be conducted in a remote environment that Accelebrate will provide; students will only need a local computer with a web browser and a stable Internet connection. Any recent version of Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, or Google Chrome will work well.
