DevOps Complete Course - Why Do We Need GitHub

The video tutorial covers installing Git on Windows and Linux, creating local repositories, and the challenges of sharing code without a centralized system. It introduces GitHub as a solution for hosting repositories and enabling team collaboration through a distributed version control system. The tutorial explains how to push code to GitHub, emphasizing the need for a GitHub account and demonstrating the process using a Linux system on AWS.

Why is directly sharing code with team members not feasible?

• It is faster to use email.

• It is illegal to share code directly.

• It is too expensive.

• It requires copying the entire repository each time.

What is the primary function of GitHub?

• To host code repositories for collaborative work.

• To offer online coding tutorials.

• To manage email communications.

• To provide free cloud storage.

How does GitHub facilitate distributed version control?

• By providing free internet access.

• By managing team meetings.

• By allowing multiple developers to work on the same codebase.

• By offering discounts on software tools.

What is required to push code to GitHub?

• A paid subscription.

• A GitHub account.

• A special software license.

• A dedicated server.

What additional setup is mentioned for development in the video?

• Installing a new operating system.

• Purchasing a new laptop.

• Creating a Linux system on AWS.

• Setting up a local server.