GitHub: Version Control - Level 1

Friday, September 11, 2026 at 3:30 PM

Murty Sunak Quantitative and Computing Lab

This hands-on workshop introduces participants to Git, a powerful version control system widely used in software development. Designed for beginners, the session covers essential Git concepts, including repository setup, branching, merging, and collaborative workflows. Participants will gain practical experience in tracking code changes, managing repositories, and implementing best practices for seamless team collaboration. The workshop will utilize GitHub Web and GitHub Desktop to provide a user-friendly introduction, equipping attendees with the foundational skills needed to confidently work with version control systems. Agenda: Version Control systemsGit and GitHubCreate an organizationCreate a repositoryCreate issuesForking a repositoryCloning a repositoryBranching a projectContributing to a repositoryCode review and merging Pre-requisites: Internet use: Introductory levelGitHub account Instructor: Daniel Perez Participants: All CMC Students, Faculty, and Staff, and All Claremont Colleges Students, Faculty, and Staff.

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