Learning PHP 7 (Video 42)

This video tutorial introduces the concept of version control systems, focusing on Git. It covers the installation of Git, basic workflow including creating a repository, adding and committing files, and viewing logs. The tutorial explains the importance of branches in Git, using a highway analogy to illustrate branching. A practical example demonstrates creating and merging branches. The course concludes with a summary of topics covered, including PHP 7 basics and application development.

What is one of the main benefits of using a version control system like Git?

• It automatically writes code for you.

• It compiles code into machine language.

• It provides free hosting for your projects.

• It helps in tracking code modifications.

Which command is used to initialize a new Git repository?

• git new

• git create

• git init

• git start

How can you view the history of commits in a Git repository?

• git history

• git log

• git show

• git track

What is a branch in Git?

• A separate line of development

• A tool for debugging

• A backup of your code

• A version of your code in a different language

Why is branching important in Git?

• It allows for safe experimentation without affecting the main codebase.

• It automatically fixes bugs in the code.

• It speeds up the code execution.

• It reduces the size of the repository.

Which command is used to merge changes from one branch into another?

• git combine

• git join

• git integrate

• git merge

What was one of the key topics covered in the course besides Git?

• Machine learning algorithms

• PHP 7 basics and application development

• Advanced CSS styling

• JavaScript frameworks