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Personal GitHub Portfolio

This assignment will guide you in creating your first personal GitHub portfolio. You'll get hands-on experience using GitHub, working with repositories, and using Git to push your code.

Structured Exercises:

  1. Create a GitHub Account
    If you don't already have one, Create a GitHub account. This will be your platform for hosting your code and sharing your work with the world.

  2. Build a Repository
    Once you have your GitHub account:

    • Create a new repository (name it something like personal-portfolio).

    • Add a README.md file. This file should introduce yourself, your background, and your goals for the bootcamp. Make it personal, fun, and professional!

    • Create a Python script (something simple, like "Hello World" or a calculator). This will help you get familiar with how code is stored in repositories.

  3. Use Git to Push Your Code
    You can push your code either through Git commands or using the VS Code Git extensions. Here's a quick guide on pushing code to GitHub:

    • Clone your repository to your local machine using the command: git clone <repository-link>
    • Add your files (e.g., your README.md and Python script) to your repository.

    • Use the following commands to commit and push the code:

    git add -A
    git commit -m "Initial commit"
    git push origin main
  1. Build a Personal GitHub Portfolio
    After your repository is ready with your README.md and script, set up a personal GitHub portfolio:

    • You can use GitHub Pages to serve your portfolio site.

    • Follow this GitHub Pages guide to set up and deploy your portfolio.

This assignment will help you get comfortable with GitHub and build a strong foundation for your coding journey. Good luck!