Your First Repository
Time to get hands-on! In this lesson, you'll create your first Git repository. Use the Terminal below to run commands, and watch how it affects the VS Code view.
Steps
1
Initialize a Git Repository
Every Git project starts with initialization. This creates a hidden .git folder that stores all your project's history.
Type the following command in the terminal:
git initThis command creates a new Git repository in your current folder.
In VS Code:
- •Open the Source Control panel (branch icon in sidebar)
- •Click "Initialize Repository"
2
Create Some Files
Now let's create some files to track. In a real project, these would be your code files.
3
Check the Status
Git status shows you what's happening in your repository. It's the command you'll use most often!
💻 Terminal
Terminal — /
Welcome! Type "help" for available commands.
Try: git init
$
📝 VS Code
Explorer
No files yet.
Click + to create a file.
Click + to create a file.
Select a file to edit
💡 Tips
- • Use the up arrow in the terminal to repeat previous commands
- • Type
helpto see all available commands - • The VS Code view updates automatically when you run commands
- • Try
clearto clear the terminal