Git & GitHub - GitHub Education
Resources for learning and teaching GitHub
GitHub Education provides a wealth of resources for students, educators, and institutions to learn and teach Git and GitHub. This guide covers the various programs, tools, and resources available through GitHub Education.
Key Points:
- GitHub Education offers free resources and tools for students, educators, and academic institutions.
- Programs include the GitHub Student Developer Pack, GitHub Classroom, and Campus Advisors.
- There are many learning resources, including tutorials, guides, and interactive courses.
GitHub Student Developer Pack
The GitHub Student Developer Pack provides students with free access to a wide range of developer tools and resources:
- Free Developer Tools: Access to tools like GitHub, GitHub Codespaces, and many partner tools.
- Learning Resources: Free access to courses and tutorials to enhance your coding skills.
- Community: Join a community of student developers and participate in events and hackathons.
To learn more and apply, visit the GitHub Student Developer Pack page.
GitHub Classroom
GitHub Classroom is a tool that helps educators manage assignments and collaborate with students:
- Create and Manage Assignments: Easily create, distribute, and manage assignments on GitHub.
- Automate Grading: Use GitHub Actions to automate grading workflows.
- Integrate with Learning Management Systems: Seamlessly integrate with popular LMS platforms.
To get started, visit the GitHub Classroom page.
Campus Advisors
Campus Advisors are educators who receive training and support to teach GitHub in their classrooms:
- Training and Certification: Receive training to become a certified GitHub Campus Advisor.
- Exclusive Resources: Access to teaching materials, support, and a community of educators.
- Professional Development: Enhance your teaching skills and stay updated with the latest tools and techniques.
To learn more, visit the GitHub Campus Advisors page.
Learning Resources
GitHub provides a variety of learning resources for both students and educators:
- GitHub Learning Lab: Interactive tutorials and courses to learn GitHub skills.
- GitHub Guides: Comprehensive guides on various Git and GitHub topics.
- Community Forums: Engage with the GitHub community to ask questions and share knowledge.

To explore these resources, visit the GitHub Learning Lab and GitHub Guides pages.
GitHub Campus Program
The GitHub Campus Program offers benefits for schools and institutions, including:
- Free Access to GitHub Enterprise: Free access to GitHub Enterprise for your institution.
- Training and Support: Access to training and support for educators and students.
- Community Engagement: Opportunities to engage with the global GitHub Education community.
To learn more and apply, visit the GitHub Campus Program page.
Summary
This guide covered the various resources available through GitHub Education, including the GitHub Student Developer Pack, GitHub Classroom, Campus Advisors, learning resources, and the GitHub Campus Program. These resources provide valuable tools and support for learning and teaching Git and GitHub.