Foundation Version Control for Web Developers (Paperback)

Chris Kemper

ISBN 10: 1430239727 / ISBN 13: 9781430239727

Verlag: APress, Berlin, 2012

Paperback. Foundation Version Control for Web Developers explains how version control works, and why it's essential in today's web industry. It takes you through the basics: from starting with an empty repository, to having it full of files ready for you or someone else to work with. Before you know it, you'll have the ability to work with several different version control systems with confidence and ease.Foundation Version Control for Web Developers is an important reference for designer and developer alike. It covers multiple types of popular version control systems, meaning that you will be able to easily migrate between systems where necessary, and will have all of the background knowledge required to rapidly learn to use any new version control systems that gain traction in the workplace.In the modern web industry, version control is becoming a standard that everyone should be aware of, and everyone should be able to use at least one version control system. This book will ensure you are familiar and confident with the three leading systems available for managing your files. Even if you are only just starting out with web development, this book will take you from having nothing, to being able to fully manage files using subversion - in most cases, without having the need to touch Terminal or the command line. The idea that version control involves a geeky Terminal window and lots of UNIX-style commands can sometimes deter people from learning about it. This book aims to change all that and show you how easy it can be. What you'll learn * The benefits of having more version control in your life * The basics of managing your work with version control * Advanced techniques for those who want to create and manage their own repositories Who this book is for Foundation Version Control for Web Developers is aimed at developers and designers who have little or no experience with version control - those who have experience coding and those who are just getting started. The reader may be also a junior developer, just starting out, who hasn't looked into any kind of versioning system before. Although the book is primarily aimed at those with little knowledge of managing files using this method, it will still be beneficial to any developer, due to the wide variety of version control software covered. Foundation Version Control for Web Developers explains how version control works, what you can do with it and how. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781430239727

Inhaltsangabe:

Foundation Version Control for Web Developers explains how version control works, what you can do with it and how. Using a friendly and accessible tone, you will learn how to use the three leading version control systems—Subversion, Git and Mercurial—on multiple operating systems. The history and integral concepts of version control are covered so that you will gain a thorough understanding of the subject, and why it should be used to manage all changes in web development projects.

This book covers the valuable knowledge and transferable skills that will enable you use one of the three leading systems as well as easily switch to new systems that will arise in the workplace. Topics covered include:

• How to choose the correct software for your needs.
• Creating and working with repositories.
• Understanding trunks, branches, hooks, conflicts and merging.
• Setting up respository servers and integrating with Apache.
• Using Terminal, and understanding alternatives.

Foundation Version Control for Web Developers is a concise beginner’s course for designer and developer alike. Even if you have no prior knowledge of version control, this book will provide you with the knowledge to fully manage projects from start to finish, ensuring your projects are as seamless and successful as you need them to be.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Chris Kemper was born and bred in the North East of England. Growing up taking computers apart and putting them back together, it’s no surprise he got into web development in his early teens. Graduating in 2008, Chris has been working in the industry ever since, honing his existing skills, and developing new ones.When Chris isn't working, you can probably find him looking to find T-shirts for his excessive collection, drinking a fine ale, or probably getting beaten on some PS4 game.

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Titel: Foundation Version Control for Web ...
Verlag: APress, Berlin
Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
Einband: Paperback
Zustand: new
Auflage: 1. Auflage