GitHub Certification
Here’s a simple, engaging introduction page for GitHub Foundations — perfect for beginners or anyone new to version control and collaboration:
Learn the Basics. Build with Confidence.
GitHub Foundations is your starting point for understanding how to collaborate, track changes, and manage code using one of the world’s most popular developer platforms. Whether you're learning to code, joining a tech team, or launching a project, GitHub gives you the tools to build smarter and work together.
GitHub is a web-based platform that uses Git, a version control system, to help individuals and teams:
Track changes in their code
Collaborate on projects in real time
Revert mistakes and review history
Manage issues and pull requests
What Git and GitHub are, and why they matter
How to create and manage repositories
Basic Git commands (git clone, commit, push, pull)
Understanding branches and merges
Collaborating through forks, pull requests, and issues
Using GitHub Projects and Actions (intro-level)
Essential skill for developers, data analysts, DevOps engineers, and even technical writers
Improves teamwork and transparency in software development
Helps you build a professional portfolio to showcase your work
Integrates with tools like VS Code, Slack, CI/CD pipelines, and more
GitHub is free for individuals
GitHub Student Pack offers premium features at no cost for students
The GitHub Foundations Certification exam costs $99 USD, but for a limited time, it is an additional 50% off. Verified students through GitHub Education can take the exam for free
And if you’re just getting started, check out:
👉 GitHub Docs – Hello World Guide
Version control isn’t just for developers — it’s for creators.
Start small. Learn the flow. Collaborate like a pro.
Want a cheat sheet, command guide, or study plan to go with this? Happy to help!