Getting Started

Creating a GitHub account

Setting up a GitHub account is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Step 1: Visit GitHub: Open your web browser and go to https://github.com/

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Step 2: Sign Up: On the GitHub homepage, you'll find a "Sign Up" section. Enter yourdesired username, a valid email address, and a secure password. Then, click on the green "Sign up for GitHub" button.

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Step 3: Verify Your Email: GitHub will send a verification email to the email address you provided during sign-up. Check your email inbox for a message from GitHub and click on the verification link to confirm your email address.

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Step 4: choose how many members will be working with you, e.g. Just me then continue.

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Step 5: choose the specific features that you are interested in using then continue.

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Step 6: Choose a Plan: GitHub offers different plans, including a free plan for individual developers and paid plans with additional features for businesses and organizations. Select the plan that best suits your needs, then click on the "Continue" button.

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Step 7: Explore GitHub: Once your account is set up, take some time to explore GitHub's features and resources. You can search for projects, join communities, and start contributing to open-source projects right away

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Setting up Git

Setting up Git and configuring it with your GitHub credentials involves several steps. Here's a basic guide to get you started:

  1. Install Git:
  • Go to the Git website and download the appropriate installer for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
  • Run the installer and follow the installation instructions. Make sure to select options that fit your preferences, such as choosing the default text editor and adjusting PATH environment settings (usually, the default options work fine).
  1. Configure Git:
  • Once Git is installed, open a terminal or command prompt.
  • Set your username and email address. This information will be associated with your commits.

git config --global user.name "Your Name" git config --global user.email "your.email@example.com"

  1. Authenticate with GitHub:
  • If you're using HTTPS, Git will prompt you for your GitHub username and password the first time you interact with GitHub. Alternatively, you can use a Personal Access Token (PAT) instead of your password for increased security. You can generate a PAT in your GitHub account settings under "Developer settings" > "Personal access tokens."
  • If you're using SSH, Git will automatically use your SSH key for authentication, and you won't need to enter your credentials each time.
  1. Verify Configuration:
  • To verify that Git is configured correctly, you can run:

git config --global --list

  • This command will display your Git configuration, including your username and email address.

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