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1.2 What is Git?

Fundamentals of Git

Intro & Installation

Git is the most popular version control system in use today. It was developed in 2005 by the creator of Linux, Linus Torvalds, and the majority of private and open-source software use Git for version control. In this lesson we'll start to peel back to curtain and discover Git's unique approach to version control. We'll discuss Git's snapshot model for storing file history, and learn the truth behind a common misconception.

Mental models beat memorization

Stop guessing what Git is doing. Confidently instruct AI agents, and fix mistakes instead of fearing them.

Mental models beat memorization

Stop guessing what Git is doing, and start building real Git confidence.

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