Let's GIT started - A novice's guide to version control and collaboration
- Presentation
- Software Documentation
- 05. November
- 09:00 - 09:45 AM (CET)
- C7.2
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Bergfrid Skaara Dias
- SuperOffice AS
Contents
Do you struggle with Git? Do you panic when "Automatic merge failed" flashes on your screen? Or are you procrastinating on using Git all together? You're not alone.
In this presentation, you'll learn the basics of Git, including what it is, why it's important for technical documentation, and how it tracks changes. We'll cover creating and managing repositories, the basic workflow, and essential Git commands. You'll also discover how to branch and merge, collaborate with your team, push and pull changes, and resolve merge conflicts.
Finally, we'll share best practices for clear commit messages to streamline your workflow. By the end, you'll feel confident using Git in your projects. Join us to transform your Git experience from daunting to manageable.
Takeaways
- Git can improve collaboration and version control in your documentation projects
- It's hard to mess up beyond what's recoverable
- Connect the dots and harness branches into a well-groomed Git tree
Prior knowledge
Any TC practitioner