How to Work With GitHub

In 2005, the development of Git emerged as a response to the limitations of BitKeeper, the software initially used by Linux kernel developers for source control management. Created by Linus Torvalds, Git is a free and open-source distributed version control system, designed to handle projects of varying sizes with speed and efficiency. The article provides guidance on initializing a Git repository and using basic Git commands such as `git init`, `git add`, and `git commit` to track changes in files. It also introduces GitHub as a cloud-based platform that extends Git’s capabilities, facilitating collaborative software development. The text underscores the importance of creating and managing branches for efficient collaboration and highlights further learning resources, including a video by CTO Marko Budiselić for those looking to deepen their understanding of GitHub, particularly in contributing to projects like Memgraph.