Complete Git Guide: Understand and Master Git and GitHub - What is a Git Hosting Service?

The video tutorial introduces Git and local repositories, explaining the concept of distributed version control. It discusses remote hosting services like GitHub, Bitbucket, and GitLab, highlighting their benefits such as backup and collaboration. The tutorial covers features of these services, including code review and pull requests, and guides viewers on creating a GitHub account and repositories.

What is the primary function of a service like GitHub?

• To serve as a search engine for code

• To host and manage Git repositories

• To offer cloud storage for personal files

• To provide a platform for social networking

Which of the following is NOT a Git hosting service?

• GitHub

• Dropbox

• GitLab

• Bitbucket

What is one advantage of using remote hosting services for Git repositories?

• They allow for unlimited data storage

• They provide a backup copy of your local repository

• They automatically resolve code conflicts

• They offer free internet access

Which feature is commonly associated with GitHub?

• Automated code writing

• Code review and pull requests

• Real-time video conferencing

• Instant messaging

What is a pull request used for in GitHub?

• To request additional storage space

• To propose changes to a repository

• To delete a repository

• To create a new branch