Microsoft GitHub Essentials Training in United Kingdom

  • Delivery Method: Online Instructor-Led / Classroom Based / Onsite
  • Participation Model: Public Training / Private / In-House Training
  • Duration: 1 Day
  • Level: Fundamentals
  • Price: From £1,100 +TAX
  • Upcoming Date:
  • UK Based Global Training Provider

Microsoft GitHub Essentials is a one-day introductory course designed for professionals who want to build a strong foundation in Git and GitHub. The programme introduces the core principles of version control while providing practical experience with GitHub's collaborative development features used in modern software engineering.

Throughout the course, participants will learn how to create repositories, perform commits, manage branches, work with pull requests, and resolve merge conflicts using industry-standard development workflows. Hands-on exercises allow learners to gain confidence in using GitHub for both individual and collaborative software projects.

By the end of the programme, participants will have the practical skills required to navigate the GitHub platform, manage source code effectively, and contribute to team-based development using GitHub best practices.


Prerequisites

No previous experience with Git or GitHub is required.

Participants are recommended to have:

  • Basic computer literacy.
  • Familiarity with command-line operations (helpful but not mandatory).
  • A free GitHub account for use during the practical exercises.

What You Will Learn

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Create and configure GitHub repositories.
  • Perform essential Git operations including Commit, Push, and Pull.
  • Create, switch, and merge branches using Git workflows.
  • Create and manage Pull Requests to support collaborative software development.
  • Identify and resolve common merge conflicts using Git tools.
  • Navigate the GitHub interface and make effective use of its core features.

Training Outline

Session 1 - Introduction to Git

  • Understanding the fundamentals of version control
  • Core concepts of Git
  • Installing and configuring Git
  • Essential Git commands
  • The role of version control in modern software development

Session 2 - Branching and Merging

  • Benefits of working with branches
  • Creating new branches
  • Switching between branches
  • Merging branches into the main codebase
  • Establishing effective development workflows

Session 3 - Introduction to GitHub

  • Overview of the GitHub platform
  • Creating a GitHub account
  • Navigating the GitHub interface
  • Repository management fundamentals
  • Supporting collaborative software development

Session 4 - Creating and Configuring Repositories

  • Creating new repositories
  • Cloning repositories to a local environment
  • Setting up project structures
  • Configuring repositories for development

Session 5 - Connecting Visual Studio Code to GitHub

  • Using an IDE to improve development productivity
  • Integrating Visual Studio Code with GitHub
  • Authenticating GitHub accounts
  • Managing repositories directly from the development environment

Session 6 - Working with Pull Requests

  • Understanding Pull Requests
  • Code review workflows
  • Supporting team collaboration
  • Creating and managing Pull Requests

Session 7 - Managing Merge Conflicts

  • Common causes of merge conflicts
  • Typical conflict scenarios
  • Resolving conflicts using Git tools
  • Best practices for safe code merging

Session 8 - Course Review and Q&A

  • Reviewing the key concepts covered throughout the course
  • Discussing recommended best practices
  • Instructor-led questions and answers
  • Additional learning resources and next steps

Why Choose Us

Experience Microsoft GitHub Essentials in United Kingdom through Bilginç IT Academy's live and interactive virtual classroom environment. Join a Public course as an individual delegate or arrange a dedicated Private / In-house online training program exclusively for your organization.

  • Delivery Method: Online Instructor-Led
  • Participation Model: Public / Private (In-house)
  • Live and Interactive Training: Connect with your instructor in real time and actively participate through discussions, Q&A sessions, practical exercises, and group activities.
  • Flexible Participation: Join the training from your home, office, or any location with a suitable internet connection.
  • Expert Trainer Network: Learn from experienced trainers with strong industry backgrounds and practical field expertise.
  • Over 30 Years of Training Expertise: Benefit from Bilginç IT Academy's professional training experience since 1995.
  • Worldwide Access: Join our live virtual classrooms from United Kingdom or anywhere else in the world, or arrange a dedicated online training program for your organization.

Experience Microsoft GitHub Essentials through face-to-face Classroom Based training in United Kingdom. Training can be delivered as a Public course open to individual delegates or as a dedicated Private / In-house class for your organization.

  • Delivery Method: Classroom Based
  • Participation Model: Public / Private (In-house)
  • Face-to-Face Learning: Interact directly with your instructor and fellow delegates in an engaging classroom environment.
  • Experienced Trainers: Learn from specialists with extensive industry experience and practical real-world knowledge.
  • Professional Training Environment: Attend training in comfortable, well-equipped classrooms designed to support effective learning.
  • Practical Learning: Depending on the course, reinforce your knowledge through hands-on exercises, scenarios, case studies, and instructor-led activities.

Arrange Microsoft GitHub Essentials in United Kingdom as a dedicated Onsite training program for your organization. Bilginç IT Academy trainers can deliver the training at your office or another location of your choice, with the program planned around your team's requirements and business objectives.

  • Delivery Method: Onsite
  • Participation Model: Private (In-house)
  • Training at Your Preferred Location: Organize the training at your company's office or another location selected by your organization.
  • Tailored Course Content: Adapt the training program to your projects, team structure, existing skill levels, and specific business requirements.
  • Team-Focused Learning: Develop your team around a shared knowledge base while strengthening internal collaboration and knowledge transfer.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Plan the training dates, location, and program according to your organization's operational requirements.
  • Worldwide Onsite Delivery: Arrange the training in United Kingdom or at another preferred location worldwide. Bilginç IT Academy trainers can travel to your selected location to deliver the dedicated training program.


Contact us for more detail about our trainings and for all other enquiries!

Microsoft GitHub Essentials Training Course in United Kingdom Schedule

Join our public courses in our United Kingdom facilities. Private class trainings will be organized at the location of your preference, according to your schedule.

We can organize this training at your preferred date and location.
16 October 2026 (1 Day)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh
£1,100 +TAX
20 October 2026 (1 Day)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh
£1,100 +TAX
31 October 2026 (1 Day)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh
£1,100 +TAX
03 November 2026 (1 Day)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh
£1,100 +TAX
12 November 2026 (1 Day)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh
£1,100 +TAX
20 November 2026 (1 Day)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh
£1,100 +TAX
22 November 2026 (1 Day)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh
£1,100 +TAX
23 November 2026 (1 Day)
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh
£1,100 +TAX

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