Step-by-Step Git Setup: From Installation to Configuration in 2024

Setting Up Git: Installation and Basic Commands in 2024

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to set up Git on your local machine, whether you're using macOS or Windows. I'll walk you through the steps to download and install Git, including necessary prerequisites like Xcode and Homebrew for Mac users.

You'll also learn how to configure Git with your name and email, especially crucial for GitHub users. I'll demonstrate initiating a Git repository, tracking files, and understanding basic Git commands like 'git init' and 'git status'. Additionally, you'll learn how to remove a Git repository if needed.

Ideal for beginners, this episode ensures you have everything ready to start using Git effectively.

00:00 Setting Up Git: Initial Steps 00:03 Installing Git on macOS 00:49 Verifying Git Installation 00:59 Installing Git on Windows 01:33 Configuring Git with User Information 02:05 Downloading and Preparing a Demo Site 02:44 Initializing a Git Repository 03:05 Understanding Git Status and Cleanup ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T_zWr5n8RE