An Intro to Version Control & Collaboration with Git and GitHub (from GitHub!)

This is a special opportunity to learn about GitHub from real GitHubbers! Thanks to Wendy M for organizing.

Please RSVP on EventBrite as well: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-intro-to-version-control-collaboration-with-git-and-github-tickets-12020330131?aff=eac2

Whether you're new to version control concepts, the Git Distributed Version Control Systems (DVCS), or collaboration on the GitHub platform, this event is for you.

Join GitHub Trainer Jordan McCullough for a live walkthrough using Git to version project files, interacting with graphical clients to review change history, and collaborating on GitHub.com.

Before You Come...
Participation is highly encouraged, so bring a computer. Although it's not required, visit GitHub.com to set up an account so you can join in on the fun during the event.

Who Should Attend?
This event is for anyone who is new or newer to developing websites and mobile apps, open source projects and project collaboration—connect and work with a team from around the world!

If you have heard about GitHub or if you have an account, but are not quite sure how GitHub works, we'll cover the basics to get you started.

What is GitHub?
GitHub is the best place to build software together. Over 4 million people use GitHub to share code. With the collaborative features of GitHub.com, our desktop and mobile apps, and GitHub Enterprise, it has never been easier for individuals and teams to write better code, faster.

About the Trainer, Jordan McCullough
Jordan McCullough, a JavaScript and front-end developer by trade, has a passion for open source software and community-driven development. He enjoys applying his technical know-how and software development experience to crafting meaningful learning experiences with GitHub and Git Training.

About Metacloud
Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Pasadena, California, Metacloud is a software and services company that delivers OpenStack as a service, deploying and supporting production-ready private cloud solutions for organizations worldwide. Metacloud is backed by Silicon Valley Bank, Pelion Ventures, UMC, Canaan Partners, Storm Ventures, and AME Ventures and is led by industry veterans from Yahoo! and Ticketmaster. Metacloud is an OpenStack Foundation member and a Top 20 contributor to the project. For more information, visit www.metacloud.com or connect with Metacloud on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.