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CourseLearn GitHub: Best Practices
Learn how to maintain clean code, write better pull requests, and collaborate with the GitHub community.
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Average based on combined completion rates — individual pacing in lessons, projects, and quizzes may vary<1 hourPrerequisites
1 courseWe suggest you complete the following courses before you get started with Learn GitHub: Best Practices:- Learn Git: Branching and Collaboration
About this course
Continue your GitHub learning journey with Learn GitHub: Best Practices. Learn how to interact with and fully utilize the powerful GitHub community of developers.
Skills you'll gain
Write clear pull requests
Make .gitignore files
Use Git rebase
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