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How to Use Github for Dummies

Eric Zhang edited this page Sep 28, 2025 · 1 revision

A Simple GitHub Workflow


Step 1: Create an Issue First, create a new issue in GitHub to describe and track the feature or fix you're about to work on.


Step 2: Track the Issue Your newly created task will now show up in the main "Issues" list, where everyone on the team can see it.


Step 3: Create a Branch Next, from your code editor's terminal, create a new branch with a descriptive name to work on your changes without affecting the main codebase.


Step 4: Commit Your Changes After you've modified the code, save your work by making a commit with a message that follows conventional commit standards (e.g., docs:, feat:, fix:).


Step 5: Start a Pull Request Once you push your new branch to GitHub, a prompt will appear in the "Pull requests" tab to compare your changes and open a pull request.


Step 6: Submit the Pull Request Finally, give your pull request a clear title and description, linking it to the issue it resolves (e.g., "Closes #55"), and submit it for your teammates to review.

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