Code Repository Management

1. Introduction

Code repository management is essential for modern software development, enabling teams to collaborate effectively, track changes, and maintain code integrity. This lesson covers the fundamentals of managing code repositories utilizing version control systems, primarily Git.

2. Key Concepts

3. Repository Setup

3.1 Creating a New Repository

To create a new repository in Git, follow these steps:

git init my-project

3.2 Adding Files to the Repository

Add files to your repository using the following command:

git add .

This command stages all files in the current directory for the next commit.

3.3 Committing Changes

To save your changes, use the commit command:

git commit -m "Initial commit"

Always provide a meaningful commit message to describe the changes made.

3.4 Pushing to Remote Repository

To push your local changes to a remote repository (e.g., GitHub), use:

git push origin main

Replace main with your branch name as necessary.

4. Best Practices

• Use meaningful commit messages.
• Commit often to save progress.
• Keep your branches focused on a single task.
• Regularly pull changes from remote repositories to avoid conflicts.
• Document your code and repository structure.

5. FAQ