CERTIFIED HRDF PROGRAM
Git Mastery Bootcamp
Course Duration: 2 Days
Course Format: Interactive Lectures, Hands-On Labs
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Professional Summary: Razman Yusof Bin Mohd Sarit is a seasoned software developer and educator with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry.
He is the Managing Director of Atas Awan Sdn Bhd, a consultant and software development company specializing in embedded systems, mobile application development, and IT-based training in Malaysia.
Razman has a strong background in computer interactive systems and business management, holding a B.Eng (Hons) from the University of Birmingham and a PGDip from the University of Wolverhampton.
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Friday – Monday
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Course Overview
Course Description: This intensive 2-day bootcamp is designed to provide participants with a deep understanding and practical skills in using Git, a distributed version control system.
The course covers fundamental concepts, basic and advanced Git commands, branching strategies, collaboration techniques, and the integration of Git with CI/CD pipelines.
By the end of the course, participants will be proficient in managing and collaborating on projects using Git, optimizing workflows, and maintaining code quality.
Target Audience
The target audience includes:
Software Developers and Engineers:
- Individuals who are actively involved in coding and software development and want to enhance their version control skills.
IT Professionals and Project Managers:
- Those responsible for overseeing software projects, ensuring code quality, and managing development workflows.
DevOps Engineers:
- Professionals who integrate and automate development and operations tasks and need to incorporate version control systems into CI/CD pipelines.
QA Testers:
- Quality assurance professionals who need to understand version control to manage test cases, track changes, and collaborate with developers.
Students and Academics:
- Computer science or IT students who want to gain practical experience with Git, a crucial tool in the industry.
- Educators and researchers looking to manage code and collaborate on academic projects.
Freelancers and Independent Developers:
- Freelancers who manage their own projects and collaborate with clients or other developers.
Team Leads and Technical Leads:
- Leaders who guide development teams and need to implement efficient version control practices to streamline workflows and enhance collaboration.
Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders:
- Individuals starting tech businesses who need to manage their codebase and ensure smooth collaboration within their teams.
Perquisites
- Basic understanding of programming concepts.
- Familiarity with command-line interfaces.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Participants will be able to:
- Understand basic Git concepts and terminology (commit, branch, merge, repository).
- Initialize and configure Git repositories.
- Use essential Git commands for common operations (clone, add, commit, push, pull).
- Interpret Git command outputs and understand their implications.
- Apply branching and merging strategies to manage parallel development workflows.
- Collaborate effectively using remote repositories.
- Evaluate and implement different Git workflows (centralized, feature branching, GitFlow).
- Design branching and tagging strategies for release management and versioning.
- Integrate Git into CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployment.
- Assess Git’s impact on collaboration, productivity, and code quality.
- Critique Git branching strategies in facilitating development and code review processes.
Course Materials
The course materials include the following:
Slides and Lecture Notes:
- Comprehensive slide decks covering all topics, from Git fundamentals to advanced branching strategies and CI/CD integration.
- Detailed lecture notes that participants can refer to during and after the course.
Command Line and VS Code Setup:
- Instructions and resources for setting up Git, command line tools, and Visual Studio Code for hands-on exercises.
Sample Code and Repositories:
- Example Git repositories for participants to clone, explore, and practice with.
- Sample code snippets demonstrating various Git commands and workflows.
Hands-On Lab Exercises:
- Step-by-step guides and exercises for participants to practice Git commands, branching, merging, and resolving conflicts.
- Exercises for setting up and using remote repositories like GitHub and Bitbucket.
Quizzes and Assessment Tools:
- Daily review quizzes to reinforce learning and ensure understanding of key concepts.
- Final assessment to evaluate participants’ knowledge and skills acquired during the course.
CI/CD Pipeline Integration Resources:
- Guides and examples for integrating Git with CI/CD pipelines, including automation of testing and deployment processes.
Best Practices Documentation:
- Documentation on Git best practices, commit hygiene, and repository management.
- Strategies for designing branching and tagging for release management and versioning.
Case Studies and Real-World Examples:
- Case studies showcasing different Git workflows (centralized, feature branching, GitFlow) in various project scenarios.
- Real-world examples of handling large projects and optimizing Git performance.
Feedback and Q&A Sessions:
- Structured Q&A sessions for participants to clarify doubts and ask questions.
- Feedback forms to gather participants’ insights and suggestions for course improvement.
Certificate of Completion:
- Certificate awarded to participants who successfully complete the course and pass the final assessment.
Day 1
Introduction and Git Fundamentals
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09:30 – 09:50 | Ice Breaker Game:
- Activity: Desert island, 3 items
- Purpose: Participants get to know each other and build a comfortable learning environment.
09:50 – 10:30 | Topic 1: Understanding Version Control and Git Fundamentals
- Lecture: Introduction to version control systems and Git.
- Explanation of key concepts: commit, branch, merge, and repository.
- Group Discussion: Discuss the importance and benefits of version control in software development.
- Materials: Slides
- Learning Outcome: Recall the basic concepts and terminology associated with Git repositories.
10:30 – 10:45 | Break
10:45 – 12:00 | Topic 2: Git Installation and Configuration
- Lecture: Install Git and configure user settings.
- Setting up username and email in Git configuration.
- Group Discussion: Common installation issues and solutions.
- Hands-On Exercise: Participants install Git on their machines and configure basic settings.
- Materials: Slides
- Learning Outcome: Utilize Git commands to initialize a new repository, stage changes, commit changes with meaningful messages, and create branches.
12:00 – 13:45 | Lunch
13:45 – 14:45 | Topic 3: Working with Git: Basic Commands
- Lecture: Overview of basic Git commands (add, commit, push, pull).
- Explanation and demonstration of each command.
- Hands-On Exercise: Participants practice using basic Git commands on sample repositories.
- Materials: Slides
- Learning Outcome: Memorize the commands for common Git operations, interpret the output of Git commands, and understand their implications on the repository’s state and history.
14:45 – 15:00 | Energizer
- Activity: Guess what is in the picture
- Materials: Slides, special gift
15:00 – 15:30 | Topic 4: Branching and Merging
- Hands-On Exercise: Create branches, perform merges, and resolve conflicts.
- Practical exercises to demonstrate branching and merging strategies.
- Materials: Slides, Command Line Terminal
- Learning Outcome: Apply branching and merging strategies to manage parallel development workflows effectively.
15:30 – 15:45 | Break
15:45 – 17:00 | Topic 5: Remote Repositories and Collaboration
- Lecture: Introduction to remote repositories (GitHub, Bitbucket).
- Explanation of how to push and pull changes to and from remote repositories.
- Hands-On Exercise: Participants set up remote repositories and practice collaboration techniques.
- Materials: Slides, Command Line Terminal, and VS Code
- Learning Outcome: Employ Git to collaborate with team members by pushing and pulling changes to and from remote repositories.
Day 1 Review Quiz
- Participants will review the concepts learned during the day through a quiz to reinforce their understanding.
Day 2
Advanced Git Techniques and Best Practices
09:30 – 09:50 | Day 1 Review Quiz
- Activity: Hands-on quiz to reinforce understanding of Day 1 concepts.
- Materials: Slides, Google Form
- Purpose: Reinforce participants’ understanding through a review of the previous day’s sessions.
09:50 – 10:30 | Topic 6: Advanced Branching Strategies
- Lecture: Explore advanced branching strategies (e.g., GitFlow, feature branching).
- Discussion of different Git workflows and their applications.
- Materials: Slides
- Learning Outcome: Evaluate different Git workflows and analyze their strengths and weaknesses in various project scenarios.
10:30 – 10:45 | Energizer
- Activity: Guess what is in the picture
- Materials: Slides, special gift
10:45 – 12:00 | Topic 7: Git Best Practices
- Lecture: Best practices for Git repository management, commit hygiene, and documentation standards.
- Discussion on creating meaningful commit messages and maintaining a clean repository.
- Materials: Slides
- Learning Outcome: Design branching and tagging strategies to support release management and versioning requirements.
12:00 – 13:45 | Lunch
13:45 – 14:30 | Topic 8: Git in CI/CD Pipelines
- Lecture: Integrating Git into Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Explanation of CI/CD concepts and benefits.
- Hands-On Exercise: Participants practice setting up a basic CI/CD pipeline with Git.
- Materials: Slides, Command Line Terminal
- Learning Outcome: Integrate Git into a CI/CD pipeline to automate testing and deployment processes.
14:30 – 14:45 | Break
14:45 – 15:30 | Topic 9: Handling Large Projects and Performance Optimization
- Lecture: Strategies for managing large projects and optimizing Git performance.
- Tips on handling large repositories and improving performance.
- Materials: Slides, VS Code
- Learning Outcome: Assess the impact of Git on project collaboration, productivity, and code quality.
15:30 – 15:45 | Energizer
- Activity: Guess what is in the picture
- Materials: Slides, special gift
15:45 – 16:45 | Topic 10: Code Review and Pull Request Workflow
- Lecture: Implementing code review processes using pull requests.
- Discussion on best practices for code reviews and the benefits of pull requests.
- Materials: Slides
- Learning Outcome: Critique the effectiveness of Git branching strategies in facilitating concurrent development and code review processes.
16:45 – 17:00 | Topic 11: Recap and Conclusion
- Review: Key concepts covered during the two-day course.
- Q&A Session: Address any remaining questions and collect feedback.
- Materials: Slides, VS Code
17:00 – 17:15 | Break
17:15 – 17:45 | Final Assessment
- Activity: Participants complete a final assessment to evaluate their knowledge and skills acquired during the course.
17:45 – 18:00 | Certificate Handover Ceremony
- Activity: Presentation of certificates to participants who successfully complete the course.
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