Git and GitHub for Writers (Udemy.com)

Modern version control for people who aren't developers.

( 46 Reviews )

Created by: Peter Gruenbaum

Produced in 2021

What you will learn

The concept called "Docs Like Code"
How to use Git and GitHub when writing documentation
Git commands: add, commit, push, branch, stash, tag, rebase, and others
How to merge and fork using GitHub

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Course Description

The first Git and GitHub class specifically for writers!
More and more, writers are being asked to use Git and GitHub for their documents. This is part of a philosophy called "Docs Like Code", where documentation is created using the same tools and processes that code is. The problem is that Git and GitHub were designed specifically for developers, and these classes don't work as well for writers.
This class differs from other Git and GitHub classes in that:

It explains concepts in ways that are meaningful to writers
All example files are documents rather than code
It talks about how files are used to create documentation

This course is for technical writers, project managers, and anyone who writes who needs to use version control tools like Git and GitHub. It covers:

What version control is
What "Docs Like Code" means
How to use Git manage file versions
How to use GitHub for pull requests and forking
How to handle difficult problems
How Git is used for documentation

In addition to videos, this course contains 14 hands-on exercises that lead you step-by-step in using Git and GitHub. All PowerPoint presentations are available as resources.

Who this course is for:

Technical writers, project managers, and other people who write and need to understand how to use Git and GitHub
This course is not designed for developers, but developers who are having trouble understanding Git may find it useful

Time: 2.5h

Instructor Details

Peter Gruenbaum

4.6 Rating
46 Reviews

Peter founded SDK Bridge to bring together his love of technology and writing. After 10 years as a software developer, he learned the skill of API writing at Microsoft. Since then, he has worked as an API writer to describe APIs for eCommerce, automobile traffic prediction, electric utilities, mobile phones, and tractors, just to name a few. In addition to API and SDK documentation, he creates video tutorials for software developer audiences. Peter received his BA in Physics from the University of Chicago and his PhD in Applied Physics from Stanford University.

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By Tracy Bridgeford

So far so good. I have understood everything the instructor has presented.

By Martin Smurthwaite

So far, so good. Helpful, meaningful introduction.

By Chris Bradley

The section on Markdown didn't seem relevant at all. Not sure why it was included or why it relates to the course.

By T-San Shoichiro

Great simple and easy course.

By David E. Gleason

So far, well directed to the announced audience -- tech writers.

By Rosen Krasimirov Stefanov

I have an upcoming doc project that will require me to use Git and this course is just what I needed. Informative and concise.

By John Alt

This course is helping me sort out the git commands and I appreciate the practices though Github seems to be slow to recognize uploaded files.

By Sam Cottle

Explains the Git/Github flow as it applies to a Docs Like Code approach to writing.

I've tried a few other Git and Github courses and, as a Technical Writer, this one is by far the most relevant.

By Bobbi

Yes I use GitHub but don't know much about it

By Puja Sahay

Good

By Alexandra Hart

Excellent course!

I like having the theory and term meanings explained clearly at the beginning. Starts with basics, and then builds on them so you understand as it gets more complex.

My only caveat is that the GitHub interface has recently been updated, so a few of the screenshots and procedures need corresponding updates. The commands are still easy to find, so not a big issue.

A well-done course and well worth taking.