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GitHub for Laravel Developers: A Beginner’s Guide to Version Control and Collaboration
Hey everyone! 👋
In my last post, I talked about how Laravel Herd saved my sanity (and my laptop’s RAM).
Today, we’re diving into the magical world of GitHub and GitHub Copilot — the tools that keep my code organized, my team on track, and my productivity through the roof.
Whether you’re a beginner, a student, or just someone who’s been avoiding GitHub like it’s a math test, this guide is for you. I’ll walk you through everything: from understanding why GitHub is a must-have to mastering pull requests and even using GitHub Copilot to write code faster than you can say “Laravel.”
Let’s get started!
Why GitHub? (And What Even Is It?)
Before we jump into the technical stuff, let’s talk about why GitHub matters and how it works.
What is GitHub?
GitHub is a platform for version control and collaboration. It’s like Google Docs for…
