GIT Essentials Training and Certification in Ontario

GIT Essentials Training and Certification in Ontario, Canada

The course covers fundamental concepts such as version control and creating repositories.

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GIT Essentials Training and Certification is a professional training program delivered by ProgNXT in Ontario, Canada. ProgNXT, a globally recognized corporate training provider in 55+ countries, offers this GIT Essentials Training and Certification course with hands-on, instructor-led sessions. Git Essentials training provides a solid foundation for developers to efficiently manage source code and collaborate on software projects using Git....

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Course Code: PRO97
14 Hrs
Last Updated: April 2026

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Git Essentials training provides a solid foundation for developers to efficiently manage source code and collaborate on software projects using Git. The course covers fundamental concepts such as version control, creating repositories, and committing changes to track project history. Participants will learn how to work with branches, resolve merge conflicts, and leverage Git commands for collaborative workflows. The training also introduces GitHub and GitLab for remote repository hosting, enhancing collaboration and code sharing in teams. By the end of the training, attendees will be equipped with the essential Git skills to manage and track code changes effectively in any development environment.

Basic knowledge of software development concepts.
Familiarity with command-line interface (CLI) usage is helpful but not mandatory.
No prior experience with version control systems is required.

Upon completing the GIT Essentials Training, participants will:

Understand the basics of Git and its version control system.
Be able to initialize, configure, and use Git for local and remote repositories.
Learn how to perform key operations such as commits, branches, merges, and rebases.
Gain proficiency in collaborating with teams through GitHub or GitLab for version control.
Understand Git best practices for code management and version control workflows.

Git Basics: Understanding of Git concepts and its use in version control for software development.
Branching and Merging: Ability to create and manage branches, handle merges, and resolve conflicts.
Git Commands: Proficiency in using essential Git commands like clone, commit, push, pull, and checkout.
Collaboration with GitHub/GitLab: Knowledge of using GitHub/GitLab for team collaboration, pull requests, and code reviews.
Version Control Best Practices: Skills to follow Git best practices to manage code versions effectively and avoid common pitfalls.

Participants will be assessed on:

Git Fundamentals: Understanding of Git and basic version control commands.
Branching and Merging: Ability to create, merge, and manage branches in Git.
Collaboration Skills: Skills to collaborate with teams using GitHub/GitLab, including creating pull requests and code reviews.
Conflict Resolution: Ability to resolve merge conflicts and maintain an efficient Git workflow.

Certificate of Completion: Participants who attend all sessions and successfully complete the course assessments will receive a ProgNXT Certificate of Completion for GIT Essentials Training.

Introduction to Git and Basic Operations

Introduction to Version Control Systems and Git

Overview of version control systems and the importance of Git.
Understanding distributed version control vs centralized version control.
Practical exercise

Basic Git Commands

Initializing a Git repository and cloning an existing one.
Adding, committing, and viewing changes.
Practical exercise

Understanding Git Workflow

Working with the working directory, staging area, and commit history.
Git status, git diff, and git log commands.
Practical exercise

Working with Remote Repositories

Understanding the concept of remote repositories and their role in collaboration.
Setting up and linking remote repositories (GitHub/GitLab).
Practical exercise

Advanced Git Operations and Collaboration

Branching and Merging in Git

Creating and managing branches in Git.
Understanding the concept of merging and handling merge conflicts.
Practical exercise

Rebasing and Cherry-Picking

Difference between merge and rebase.
Using rebase to streamline commit history.
Cherry-picking specific commits from other branches.
Practical exercise

Collaboration with GitHub/GitLab

Introduction to GitHub/GitLab for collaboration.
Forking repositories, pull requests, and code reviews.
Practical exercise

Git Best Practices and Troubleshooting

Following best practices for Git workflows.
Common Git mistakes and how to resolve them.
Practical exercise

Course Recap and Q&A Session

Review of key Git concepts and workflows.
Open Q&A and troubleshooting session.
Tips and resources for further learning.

Detailed slides and course notes.
Example Git repositories for hands-on practice.
Reference materials for advanced Git commands and troubleshooting.

Participants will be evaluated based on hands-on exercises and understanding of key Git concepts.
ProgNXT Certificate of Completion will be awarded to those who successfully complete the course assessments.

This 2-day course is designed to provide both beginners and those with some experience in version control systems a thorough understanding of Git, making them proficient in managing software development projects using Git and GitHub/GitLab.

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