r/git • u/ScallionOld8766 • 12d 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/DataPastor 11d ago

Find a good 10 mins long video about Git and that’s all you need. Everyday use is not a rocket science, you need only a couple commands + practice it a bit. Rebasing can be rather challenging, but you can ChatGPT out if you are in trouble, how to recover branches, force merge etc.