Why Every Developer Should Learn Git Early
Introduction
When I started coding, I focused only on writing code that worked. But soon, I realized that writing code is just half the journey managing it is equally important. That’s when I discovered Git, and it completely changed how I approached development.
What Is Git and Why It Matters
Git is a version control system that tracks changes in your code. It allows you to save versions of your project, collaborate with others, and recover previous states if something breaks.
Whether you’re a solo developer or part of a team, Git helps you stay organized and confident in your workflow.
How Git Makes a Difference
Here’s what learning Git early taught me:
- Mistakes aren’t scary anymore — you can always roll back to a working version.
- Teamwork becomes easier — multiple people can work on the same project without overwriting each other’s code.
- Clean progress tracking — you can see when and why changes were made.
- Confidence in deployment — version history ensures that production code is safe and traceable.
Tools and Platforms That Helped Me
- GitHub — for storing and showcasing my projects
- VS Code + Git Integration — for smooth commit and push actions
- Command Line / Terminal — for mastering essential commands like
git init, git add, git commit, and git push
If you’re new, start by creating a small project and pushing it to GitHub that’s how I built my first repository, and it helped me understand how professional developers manage their work.
My Advice to Beginners
Learning Git early builds discipline and confidence. You stop being afraid of “breaking things” and start experimenting more which is exactly how growth happens.
Don’t wait until you join a team to learn Git. Start now, even if you’re coding alone.
Let’s Connect
I’d love to hear how Git has impacted your developer journey or if you’re just getting started.
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dev.to • GitHub • LinkedIn
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The Duchess of Hackers
Full-Stack Developer | Digital Marketer
