Week 2 Day 4: GitHub basics and repository management

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+## Introduction to GitHub
+GitHub is a cloud-based platform used to host Git repositories and manage version control. It enables developers to collaborate, track changes, and manage code efficiently.
+
+## Key Concepts Learned
+### Repository
+A repository is a container for a project.
+Stores files, folders, and version history.
+Can be public or private.
+Usually contains a README.md file describing the project.
+
+### README File
+Written in Markdown.
+Explains project purpose, usage, and structure.
+First file users see when opening a repository.
+
+### GitHub Interface Basics
+Code tab → View project files
+Pull Requests tab → Manage contributions
+Branches dropdown → Switch between versions
+
+### GitHub Flow Overview
+GitHub Flow is a lightweight workflow used to manage changes:
+Create a repository
+Create a branch
+Make changes and commit
+Open a pull request
+Merge changes
+
+### Importance of Version Control
+Tracks changes over time
+Prevents data loss
+Enables team collaboration
+Maintains clean project history