GitHub Basics – From Repos to Collaboration

Are you in college and still confused about how others share and work on code?

Or maybe you want to showcase your projects, collaborate with friends, or prepare for internships?

GitHub is the #1 platform every developer needs—and I’ll guide you through the must-know basics in a simple, beginner-friendly way.

In this 30-minute session, you’ll learn:

✅ What GitHub is & why it matters

✅ How to create your first repository (public/private)

✅ Essential repo settings (README, .gitignore, license)

✅ How to upload code (browser & GitHub Desktop)

✅ Understanding repo tabs (Code, Issues, Pull Requests, Settings)

✅ Collaborating with others (fork, pull request, adding collaborators)

✅ Tips to build a strong GitHub profile for recruiters

By the end, you’ll confidently create and manage your own repos—and know how to use GitHub to become part of the global developer community 🌍.