You're reading from GitHub Foundations Certification Guide Essential skills, real-world labs, and exam strategies for GitHub beginners

Product type Paperback

Published in Aug 2025

Publisher Packt

ISBN-13 9781836206057

Length 434 pages

Edition 1st Edition

Tools

GitHub

Concepts

DevOps

Author (1):

Ayodeji Ayodele

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Table of Contents (25) Chapters

Preface

1. Preparing for the Certification FREE CHAPTER

2. Git and GitHub Essentials

3. Introduction to Version Control with Git

4. Navigating the GitHub Interface

5. Repository Creation and Management

6. Basic Git Commands and Workflows

7. Collaborative Development on GitHub

8. Branching and Merging Strategies

9. Pull Requests and Code Reviews

10. Issues, Projects, Labels, and Milestones

11. GitHub Actions and Automation

12. Engaging with the Community through GitHub Discussions

13. Leveraging GitHub for Career Advancement

14. Building and Showcasing Your GitHub Presence

15. Contributing to Open Source Projects

16. Enhancing Development with GitHub Copilot

17. Funding Your Projects with GitHub Sponsors

18. Advanced GitHub and Exam Preparation

19. Project Management with GitHub Projects

20. Security Practices and User Management

21. Mock Exams and Study Strategies

22. Unlock Your Book’s Exclusive Benefits

How to unlock these benefits in three easy steps

23. Other Books You May Enjoy

24. Index

Summary

We focused on pull requests as a cornerstone for maintaining code quality and fostering teamwork. We delved into the intricacies of pull requests and code reviews on GitHub, providing the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate this essential workflow effectively.

We explained the concept of a pull request, which was popularized by GitHub in 2008. A pull request facilitates the process of merging code changes, allowing developers to notify team members that their work is ready for review and can be merged after a successful review. It represents a dialogue between developers, where ideas are exchanged, improvements are suggested, and code is refined.

We highlighted the importance of pull requests in collaborative development, promoting transparency and collaboration. Before pull requests existed, code management relied on different practices and tools, such as version control systems, manual code reviews, branching and merging, and documentation and change logs.

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Authors (1)

Ayodeji Ayodele

Ayodeji (Ayo) is a seasoned architect, DevOps evangelist, author and coach, dedicated to helping teams deliver high-quality software efficiently. With 18+ years in tech, he has worked across Financial Services, Tech, FMCG, Public Sector, and Manufacturing. His expertise includes solution architecture, DevOps, software engineering, Agile coaching, and cloud technologies. He has worked with CIOs and tech leaders across Asia, Oceania, and Africa to drive Agile and DevOps adoption. Currently a Senior Customer Success Architect at GitHub, Ayo helps enterprise clients thrive in their journey by deeply understanding their needs and objectives, and harnessing the power of GitHub's tools and services to drive success in their businesses.

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