1.5 - Difference Between Git and GitHub
| Feature/Aspect | Git | GitHub |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | A distributed version control system (DVCS) for tracking changes in source code. | A cloud-based hosting service for Git repositories and collaboration. |
| Purpose | Manages and tracks changes in files, allowing multiple developers to work on the same project. | Provides a web interface for Git repositories, with features like project management and issue tracking. |
| Usage | Used locally on a developer’s machine to manage project versions. | Used online to host and share Git repositories, enabling collaboration. |
| Installation | Requires installation on a local machine. | No installation needed; accessed via a web browser. |
| Repositories | Local repositories on a developer’s machine. | Remote repositories hosted on GitHub servers. |
| Collaboration | Collaboration is possible but requires manual sharing of repositories. | Simplifies collaboration with features like pull requests and code reviews. |
| Access Control | Managed locally by the developer. | Provides granular access control and permissions for repositories. |
| Backup | Local backups are managed by the developer. | Automatic backups and version history are managed by GitHub. |
| Additional Features | Basic version control features. | Features like GitHub Actions, GitHub Pages, and GitHub Packages. |
| Example Commands | git init, git add, git commit, git push, git pull. |
git clone, git push origin, git pull origin. |
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