This is the code repository for GitHub Foundations Certification Guide, First Edition, published by Packt.
Ayodeji Ayodele
Embark on a transformative journey with GitHub Foundations Certification Guide, your go-to resource for mastering Git and GitHub. This comprehensive book takes you from the basics of version control to excelling at collaborative development. You'll learn how to use Git to accurately track and manage code changes, and discover why GitHub is the leading platform for collaboration, project management, and open source development.
Written by Ayodeji Ayodele, a senior customer success architect at GitHub with deep expertise in DevOps, Agile coaching, and software engineering, this book provides a structured path to Git/GitHub proficiency. Through hands-on tutorials, real-world projects, and self-assessment questions, you’ll harness the full potential of open source, navigate the GitHub platform with ease, employ advanced Git techniques, and gain practical code management skills.
The book advances to explore secure collaboration, automation, and key features of the GitHub Desktop app. You’ll prepare for the Certification exam with practice questions, mock exams, and invaluable study tips. By the end of this book, you’ll be prepared to take the GitHub Foundations Certification exam and advance your developer career.
- Create and manage repositories on GitHub confidently
- Collaborate effectively using issues and pull requests
- Adopt modern development practices using advanced GitHub features
- Enhance coding speed and quality with GitHub Copilot's AI suggestions
- Streamline project management using GitHub Projects
- Leverage GitHub's capabilities to boost your career or grow your business
- Implement best practices for GitHub privacy, security, and control
- Preparing for the Certification
- Introduction to Version Control with Git
- Navigating the GitHub Interface
- Repository Creation and Management
- Basic Git Commands and Workflows
- Branching and Merging Strategies
- Pull Requests and Code Reviews
- Issues, Projects, Labels, and Milestone
- GitHub Actions and Automation
- Engaging with the Community through GitHub Discussions
- Building and Showcasing Your GitHub Presence
- Contributing to Open Source Projects
- Enhancing Development with GitHub Copilot
- Funding Your Projects with GitHub Sponsors
- Project Management with GitHub Projects
- Security Practices and User Management
- Mock Exams and Study Strategies
You will need to have a basic knowledge of writing/editing code or scripts in one language, as well as the following tools.
| Software/hardware covered in the book | Operating system requirements |
| Visual Studio Code 1.99.3 | Windows, macOS, or Linux |
| Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Terminal | |
| GitHub.com account |
Ayodeji Ayodele also known as “Ayo,” is a seasoned architect, software engineer, and DevOps coach with over 20 years of experience across industries including fi nance, tech, FMCG, and the public sector. Currently a senior customer success architect at GitHub, he helps enterprise clients unlock the full potential of modern software delivery. Ayo is passionate about building innovative, user-centric solutions and has worked with teams across Asia, Oceania, and Africa to champion Agile and DevOps practices. When he’s not immersed in technology, Ayo enjoys football, music, and exploring new places around the world.
