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Checking for Changes
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Let's start by discussing what we do after editing a file. How do we check what changes have been made?
Do we use the `git status` command?
Exactly! `git status` is a key command that shows which files have been modified. Can anyone tell me why checking the status is important?
It helps us see what changes are staged and what still needs to be added!
Correct! Remember, we can use `git status` to ensure we are aware of every change before we commit.
Staging Changes
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Now that we've checked our changes, what's the next step?
We need to add the changes, right?
Yes! We use `git add <file>` to stage our modifications. Why do we stage changes instead of committing all files immediately?
It lets us choose which changes to include in our next commit.
Exactly! Staging gives us control and helps us create clearer commit histories.
Committing Changes
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Moving on, once changes are staged, we commit them. What command do we use?
We use `git commit -m <message>`!
Right! Backing up your work with descriptive messages is crucial because they serve as logs for our project. Can anyone give me an example of a good commit message?
Updating homepage with new header.
Perfect! Always think of your commit messages as a journal entry, capturing the essence of what you changed.
Commit Snapshots
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Committing in Git can be thought of as taking a snapshot of your project. Why is this analogy useful?
It shows that we can revert back to this state any time!
Exactly! If something goes wrong later, we can always return to a previous snapshot. How often should we commit?
As often as needed, especially after making significant changes.
Absolutely! Frequent commits lead to a clearer project history and easier collaboration. Let's remember 'Commit Often, Commit Early!'
Introduction & Overview
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In this section, you'll learn how to edit files, check for changes, stage those changes, and commit them to save your work in Git, creating snapshots of your project throughout its development.
Detailed
In the 'Making and Saving More Changes' section, we explore how to edit files within a Git repository and track those changes effectively. The process involves checking the status of your files to see any modifications, staging the changes you want to include in your next commit, and then committing those changes with a descriptive message. Each commit acts as a snapshot of your project at that moment, making it easier to track progress and revert to previous versions if necessary. By following these steps, you ensure that your project history is clear and that collaborating with others becomes seamless, as everyone can see the evolution of the code. This section reinforces the workflow of making changes and documenting them correctly within Git, emphasizing regular commits as a best practice.
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Editing the File
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Edit index.html:
Welcome!
Detailed Explanation
In this step, you will update your HTML file called 'index.html'. The content inside the file will change to include a simple HTML structure with a welcome message in an 'h1' heading tag. This is a straightforward edit to make your webpage more inviting.
Examples & Analogies
Think of this like updating a greeting sign at the entrance of a shop. You are changing what visitors see when they first arrive, making it more appealing or informative.
Check What's Changed
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Step 1: Check what's changed
git status
Detailed Explanation
After editing your file, you need to see what changes have been made compared to the last saved version. Running the command 'git status' will show you the current status of your repository and indicate which files are modified, staged, or untracked.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you're inspecting your garden after returning from a vacation. You check what has grown or changed since you were last there. Similarly, 'git status' helps you see what has been altered in your project.
Staging the Changes
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Step 2: Add changes
git add index.html
Detailed Explanation
The next step is to stage your changes. By using 'git add index.html', you mark the file 'index.html' to be included in the next commit. This is essentially telling Git, 'I’m ready to save this update.'
Examples & Analogies
This is like setting a task aside to complete later. You pull it out of your daily to-do list and put it in a separate folder labeled 'To Submit', indicating it’s ready for review.
Committing the Changes
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Step 3: Commit again
git commit -m "Updated homepage with h1"
Detailed Explanation
After staging the changes, the final step is to commit them. By executing 'git commit -m "Updated homepage with h1"', you are saving the staged changes to the Git history with a descriptive message. This allows you and others to know what this particular change entails.
Examples & Analogies
Think of this as filing a report after completing a project. Your commit message acts like a headline that summarizes the important aspects of your work, making it easier for you to refer back to it in the future.
Understanding Commits as Snapshots
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Each commit is a snapshot of your project.
Detailed Explanation
Every time you make a commit, it captures the entire state of your project at that moment, much like taking a photo. Each commit serves as a point in time that you can return to, allowing you to track your progress and revert to previous versions if necessary.
Examples & Analogies
Picture taking snapshots at a family event. Each photo preserves a unique moment in time that you can look back on. In the same way, each commit functions as a historical snapshot of your project's evolution.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Checking for Changes: Using
git statusto identify modified files. -
Staging Changes: Using
git addto prepare files for commit. -
Committing Changes: Using
git commit -m <message>to save snapshots of your project. -
Snapshot Concept: Each commit acts as a snapshot of your project state.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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After editing 'index.html' to add a header, run
git statusto see that it’s modified. -
Use
git add index.htmlto stage the changed file before committing it.
Memory Aids
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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If you’ve made a change, don't let it be lost, check the status, add, then commit, that’s the cost!
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Imagine building a house: every time you complete a step, you take a photo (commit) and jot down what you did (commit message) to remember the process later.
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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Remember 'SAC' for saving changes: S = Status, A = Add, C = Commit.
🎯 Super Acronyms
USE COMMIT
- Use `git status`
- Add changes
- Commit with a message.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Git
Definition:
A version control system for tracking changes in files and coordinating work on those files among multiple people.
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Term: Commit
Definition:
A snapshot of the current state of your codebase, along with a descriptive message explaining the changes.
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Term: Staging
Definition:
The process of preparing changes in a Git repository before committing them.
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Term: Snapshot
Definition:
A saved state of your project at a particular moment in time.
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Term: git status
Definition:
A command used to display the state of the working directory and the staging area.
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Term: git add
Definition:
A command used to stage changes for the next commit.