Want to get started with a project that’s already on GitHub?
Cloning a Git repository is your first step.
In this guide, let's check out exactly how to clone a Git repo onto your machine, so you can easily contribute or explore the code without any hassle.
Steps to follow:
1. Choose the Git repository you want to clone.
2. Click on '<>Code' to get the URL of the Git repository.
3. Click on 'HTTPS' to get the URL.
4. Copy the URL.
5. In Visual Studio Code, open the terminal and run 'git clone [paste URL here]'.
6. After running the command, you'll see the details appear along with the code files listed on the left side.
That's it! You have successfully cloned the GitHub Repository.
Cloning a Git repository is a straightforward process that lets you get hands-on with the project’s codebase quickly.
With the steps covered here, you'll be ready to collaborate on any project in no time.
Just remember to practice and you'll be cloning like a pro before you know it!
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