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This document discusses options for using Git, including graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and the command line. It notes that while Git was created as a command-line tool, GUIs have become popular for non-expert users to access Git features visually. Both GUIs and the command line have pros and cons. The document recommends learning the command line if planning to work as a developer, but trying a GUI initially for other purposes. It provides instructions for installing Git and configuring basic user information on Mac, Windows, and via a GUI.

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Git+&+Github +installation

This document discusses options for using Git, including graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and the command line. It notes that while Git was created as a command-line tool, GUIs have become popular for non-expert users to access Git features visually. Both GUIs and the command line have pros and cons. The document recommends learning the command line if planning to work as a developer, but trying a GUI initially for other purposes. It provides instructions for installing Git and configuring basic user information on Mac, Windows, and via a GUI.

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Where Do

We Start?
Git Is (Primarily)
A Terminal Tool
Git was created as command-line tool. To use it, we
run various git commands in a Unix shell. This is not
the most user friendly experience, but it's at the very
core of Git!
The Rise of GUI's
Over the last few years, companies have created
graphical user interfaces for Git that allow people to
use Git without having to be a command-line expert.

Popular Git GUI's include:


Github Desktop
SourceTree
Tower
GitKraken
Ungit
GUI Clients
Pros Cons
Way lower barrier-of-entry for beginners At times, there is lots of "magic" involved. The
compared to the command-line. inner-workings of Git are obfuscated and
Friendlier to use. Can be a much better hidden away with GUI's.
experience (when it works) Often leads to dependance on a particular
Some people prefer the visual experience, piece of software.
even those who can use the command-line When things go seriously wrong, it can be very
challenging to fix without the command-line
The interfaces, buttons, and menus vary
between different GUI's.
The Command Line
Pros Cons
Git is a command-line tool. All the Not beginner-friendly. At All. Can be difficult to
documentation and resources online will learn and remember the commands at first.
refer to the command-line Even for some practiced users, the command-
The command-line can be way faster once line interface is just not a good experience. It's
you get comfortable with it! really a matter of preference.
Some of the more advanced Git features
are only available on the command-line
The commands are always the same, no
matter what machine you are on!
There is a lot of stupid
GUI gate-keeping
Are you a developer? Do you plan on
becoming a developer?
Learn the command-line!
you'll need to use the command-line any way

Learning Git for other purposes?


Try a GUI!
(or don't!)
Installing a GUI
There are many options to choose from depending on
your operating system, and most of them are incredibly
simple to install!

I will be using GitKraken throughout the course, and I


recommend you install it too. It's free, though there is a
paid tier that we don't need.
Installing Git
Installing Git locally is slightly trickier, depending on your
specific operating system.

Git is intended to run on Unix-style systems like Linux and


MacOS, so if you're on a Windows machine you may
need to take a couple extra steps.
Mac Install
First, check to see if you have Git installed already
using the command git --version ❯ git --version
If not, or if you have an old version, download the
latest Git installer package using the link in the
description
Verify your install worked by running git --version
again afterwards
Windows Install
Git Bash emulates the unix-based Git command-line
experience for Windows machines, and it's super easy to
install!
Download Git For Windows
Find the downloaded .exe file and open it to execute
Git Bash.
Configuring Git
Now that Git is hopefully installed, it's time to configure
some basic information. You do not need to register for
an account or anything, but you will need to provide:
Your name
Your email
If you are using a GUI, it should prompt you for your
name and email the first time you open the app.
Configuring Git
To configure the name that Git will
associate with your work, run this command:

❯ git config --global user.name "Tom Hulce"


Configuring Git
Do the same thing for your email using the following
command. When we get to Github, you'll want your
Git email address to match your Github account.

❯ git config --global user.email [email protected]


Let's Get Started!

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