GIT: Advanced commands

Ready to master advanced Git? This course builds upon fundamental Git knowledge, assuming you're comfortable with basic commands like add, commit, push, pull, fetch, and merge, and have experience working with remote repositories like GitHub or BitBucket.

We'll start with a quick setup and review to ensure everyone is on the same page. This includes creating a GitHub account, configuring your machine for Git, and setting up essential default configurations. If you're already proficient, feel free to skip this introductory section!

The core of the course dives deep into powerful Git commands you'll use daily:

• git commit --amend: Correcting recent commits.
• git reflog: Recovering lost commits.
• git rebase: Rewriting commit history for a cleaner timeline.
• git config --global alias: Creating custom shortcuts for frequently used commands.
• git fetch --prune: Keeping your local repository synchronized with remote branches.
• git reset (soft & hard): Undoing commits and managing your branch history.
• git clean: Removing untracked files.
• git revert: Undoing changes introduced by a specific commit.
• git cherry-pick: Applying specific commits from one branch to another.
• git stash: Temporarily saving changes.
• git tag: Marking specific points in your project's history.

You'll also learn how to perform various merge strategies on GitHub for creating effective pull requests, including understanding Squash and Merge and Merge Rebase.

By the end of this course, you'll be confident using advanced Git commands for real-world version control. You'll understand how to maintain a linear Git history, and gain the skills to recover your repository when facing challenges. Take your Git skills to the next level and become a more efficient developer!