Version Control in Multimedia Instructional Material CC105

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What is version control?

Version control is a system that tracks changes to a set of files over time, allowing users to see past versions, revert to previous states, and collaborate effectively.

How does version control facilitate collaboration?

Version control facilitates collaboration by allowing multiple contributors to work on the same project and by providing a history of changes that users can revert to if needed.

Why should one use version control?

One should use version control to track changes, revert to previous versions, and collaborate effectively with others on the same project.

What purpose does version control serve besides managing code?

Version control can be used to manage any kind of file-based project, including documents, presentations, design assets, and web content. Signup and view all the answers

How does version control help in case of accidentally deleted code?

Version control allows users to revert to a previous version, helping in recovering accidentally deleted code. Signup and view all the answers

What benefits does version control offer for team projects?

For team projects, version control enables collaboration without conflicts, tracks changes made by team members, and provides a transparent history of revisions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of maintaining a project history in version control?

Maintain a complete history of your project's development. Signup and view all the answers

Where are all versions of project files and metadata stored in version control?

Repository (Repo) Signup and view all the answers

What is a working directory in version control?

A local copy of your project files where you make changes. Signup and view all the answers

Define Commit in version control.

The act of saving a snapshot of your changes to the repository along with a descriptive message. Signup and view all the answers

Explain what a Branch is in version control.

A temporary copy of the main codebase that allows you to work on new features or bug fixes in isolation. Signup and view all the answers

What does Merge refer to in version control?

Combining changes from different branches into a single, unified codebase. Signup and view all the answers

Who created Git and in what year?

Linus Torvalds in 2005 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'git init' command?

Initializes a new Git repository Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of branching and merging in Git.

Branching allows for work on different parts and versions of a project, while merging combines changes from one branch into another. Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'git push' command do?

Uploads local repository content to a remote repository Signup and view all the answers

How does Git enable offline work for users?

Each user has a complete copy of the repository Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'git log' command?

Shows the commit history Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Git's Staging Environment?

To prepare and organize changes before committing them to the repository. Signup and view all the answers

Where can Git be downloaded for free?

<a href="https://www.git-scm.com/">https://www.git-scm.com/</a> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in setting up Git?

Downloading Git from the official website. Signup and view all the answers

What command can be used to check the status of Git?

<code>git status</code> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Commit function in Git do?

It permanently saves the staged changes to the repository. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Commit function in Git?

To save the staged changes to the repository. Signup and view all the answers

Why should you add files to a Staging Environment?

To prepare them to be committed to the repository Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of adding commits in Git?

To keep track of progress and changes Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to include clear messages with each commit?

To easily see what has changed and when Signup and view all the answers

Who should write the clear messages for each commit?

The person committing the changes Signup and view all the answers

When should files be added to a Staging Environment?

After hitting a milestone or finishing a part of the work Signup and view all the answers

What can you do with a commit point in a project?

Go back to it if needed (e.g., find a bug or make a change) Signup and view all the answers