How is this course delivered?

This is a tutor-led course delivered live online, taught in English (Uganda). Your tutor guides you through the curriculum live rather than leaving you to self-study pre-recorded videos.

What do I need to know before I start?

You should have: Completion of the existing Python Programming course; Basic computer and file-management skills; Ability to create and run simple Python programs; Basic familiarity with a command line is helpful but not required; Access to an email address for creating a GitHub account.

How long does the course take, and what does it cost?

The course runs for 6 weeks and costs UGX 450,000. Paying for one programming course also unlocks 25% off your next one.

What do I need to have ready to join?

You'll need: Laptop or desktop computer; Git; GitHub account; Modern web browser; Code editor such as Visual Studio Code; Command-line terminal; Internet connection.

Can I get help if I get stuck?

Yes. Enrolled students can book one-on-one tutor sessions any time through Get Help, in addition to regular class time.

Programming Upper Secondary · University · General PublicVersion Control & Collaborative Coding with Git & GitHub

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Upper Secondary · University · General Public

Version Control & Collaborative Coding with Git & GitHub

Q: Will I get a certificate?

Yes. You'll receive a certificate in version control & collaborative coding with git & github after completing the course requirements.

Duration

6 weeks

Investment

UGX 450,000

Certificate

Included

Teaching

Live online

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Program Introduction

Version Control & Collaborative Coding with Git & GitHub is a practical beginner-intermediate program for learners who have completed an introductory Python course. It develops the Git and GitHub skills used to track code changes, work safely with branches, collaborate through pull requests and code reviews, resolve merge conflicts, and present projects clearly. Examples and project guidance are designed for learners, junior developers, freelancers and technology teams in Uganda, East Africa and across Africa, while following standard Git and GitHub workflows. Learners finish by publishing an earlier Python project as a well-documented GitHub portfolio repository.

Key Features & Benefits

• Hands-on Git command practice • Branching and merging exercises • GitHub push and pull workflows • Pull request and code review practice • Guided merge-conflict resolution • Portfolio-focused README development • Capstone repository publication • Examples relevant to African learners and teams

Real-World Applications

• Track changes in Python and other coding projects • Collaborate with classmates or software teams • Contribute to open-source projects • Manage freelance and client code with a clear history • Review proposed changes before merging • Recover earlier versions of project files • Present projects to employers and clients • Prepare for team-based software development

Course outline and learning expectations

This is a tutor-led course. The outline shows what your tutor will cover; teaching materials and examinations are provided directly to enrolled students.

GitGitHubVersion ControlCollaborative CodingSoftware DevelopmentPython DevelopersCode ReviewOpen SourceUgandaEast AfricaAfricaBeginner-Intermediate

Teaching format

Live online

Teaching language

English (Uganda)

Intended learners

Upper Secondary · University · General Public

What you will learn

Explain why version control is important for reliable software development
Create and configure local Git repositories
Stage and commit changes with clear messages
Inspect repository status and commit history
Create branches and merge completed work
Connect local projects to GitHub repositories
Push, pull, fetch and clone repository changes
Create and review pull requests using constructive feedback
Resolve common merge conflicts safely
Publish a documented GitHub portfolio repository with a meaningful commit history

Modules

1
Why Version Control Matters
Understand how version control protects work, records changes and supports collaboration
Version control conceptsLocal repositoriesWorking directory, staging area and commitsGood file and commit habits
2
Git Setup and Core Commands
Install and configure Git and practise the everyday workflow
Git installation and configurationgit initgit statusgit addgit commitgit log.gitignore
3
Branching and Merging
Create isolated lines of work and combine changes safely
Branch conceptsgit branchgit switchFeature branchesgit mergeFast-forward and merge commits
4
Working with GitHub
Connect local repositories to GitHub and exchange changes
GitHub accounts and repositoriesHTTPS authenticationgit remotegit clonegit pushgit pullgit fetch
5
Collaborative Development
Contribute through pull requests and basic code review
Forks and branchesPull requestsReview commentsApprovals and requested changesIssue-linked workCollaboration etiquette
6
Resolving Merge Conflicts
Identify, resolve and test conflicting changes
Why conflicts happenReading conflict markersResolving in an editorCompleting the mergeTesting after resolutionSafe recovery
7
GitHub Portfolio and Documentation
Present projects clearly to employers, clients and collaborators
Repository structureREADME writingProject setup instructionsScreenshots and demosLicensing basicsProfile and pinned repositories
8
Capstone Portfolio Repository
Publish an earlier Python project as a well-documented public repository
Repository cleanupMeaningful commit historyREADME and usage guideBranch and pull request workflowFinal reviewPublic release