Git is an essential tool for version control, widely used by developers to track and manage changes in their code. Installing Git on Ubuntu is a straightforward process, and using it can greatly improve your workflow.

In this article, I’ll show you how to install and use Git on Ubuntu with easy step-by-step instructions.

Step-by-Step Guide to Install and Use Git on Ubuntu

 

Start by updating your system’s package list to ensure you have the latest versions:

sudo apt update

 

Run the following command to install Git:

sudo apt install git

When prompted, confirm the installation by typing Y and pressing Enter.

 

After installation, verify that Git is installed and check the version.

git --version

You should see the installed Git version, such as git version 2.x.x

 

Set up your Git user information to associate commits with your name and email.

git config --global user.name "Your Name"
git config --global user.email "your.email@example.com"

 

To view your Git configuration, use:

git config --list

This will display the global settings you’ve configured.

 

Navigate to the directory where you want to track changes and initialize a Git repository.

git init

 

Add files to your Git repository for tracking:

git add .

 

Save changes to the repository with a commit message.

git commit -m "Initial commit"

 

To clone an existing repository from a remote source, use:

git clone https://github.com/username/repository.git

 

Connect your repository to a remote and push your changes:

git remote add origin https://github.com/username/repository.git
git push -u origin main

 

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