Install Git on Windows

When it comes to using Git on Windows, it's important to choose the right program. The best program we've found for Windows is Git for Windows. It's a powerful tool that's easy to use and works well on Windows.

To download Git for Windows, go to https://gitforwindows.org/ and click the download button. Once you've downloaded the program you will need to install it. If you have a newer computer, you'll want to download the 64-bit file. If you have an older computer, you may need to download the 32-bit version.

Once you have installed Git for Windows, you will be able to open a command line tool called Git for Windows terminal. This tool is where you'll be doing all of your Git work. It is a simple tool that looks like a command prompt but it is powerful and easy to use.

To get started with Git it's best to create a sample project or an example project. You can do this anywhere you like eg. on your desktop or in your downloads. Once you have done that - navigate to the directory using the command line tool (use the "cd" command to change directories).

Key Takeaways

• Windows users should download Git for Windows to use Git.
• The program can be downloaded from the Github page after choosing the right version for your computer.
• Once installed you will be able to navigate files and directories using the command line tool.

Understanding the Command Line Tool

As we mentioned earlier, Git for Windows is a command line tool. This means that we'll be typing in commands to interact with Git and GitHub. If you are new to the command line, don't worry! It might look intimidating at first but it's a very powerful tool that can save you a lot of time.

One of the first commands you'll want to learn is dir which will show you a list of files and directories in your current location. You can also use the cd command to change directories and move around your file system.

For example, if you wanted to move into a folder called "my-project" on your desktop, you could type:

You will need to replace "YourUsername" with your actual username.

Once you're in the directory where you want to work you can start using Git commands to manage your code. More detail about this in upcoming lessons.

Overall, while the command line can take a little getting familiar with, it is a really powerful tool that can save you a lot of time and make you a more efficient developer. Don't be afraid to dive in and start playing around!

“If you are new to the command line, don't worry! It might look intimidating at first but it's a very powerful tool that can save you a lot of time.”

– CEO, UpLinkd Group