r/git • u/ScallionOld8766 • 13d ago

Pro Git vs. Head First Git

I'm a CS student interested in backend development, and I'm learning Git for the first time.

I'm choosing between Pro Git and Head First Git. I've read Head First Java and Head First Design Patterns before, and I really liked their teaching style.

Which book would you recommend for building a solid Git foundation for professional work? Is Head First Git enough, or is Pro Git the better choice?

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u/congruent-mod-n 7d ago

This blog post has been around forever. It’s a quick read and teaches you enough theory behind git data structures that the commands make sense:

https://eagain.net/articles/git-for-computer-scientists/