Developer essentials

A quick introduction to READMEs, wireframes, and Git branches.

readme file

What is a README file?

A README is often what people look at in a project to understand what it is about. It should include a description of the project, instructions on how to use it, and any additional information that may be useful.

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wireframe sketch of website layout

What is the purpose of a wireframe?

A wireframe for a website is like a blueprint for a house. It is a visual representation of the layout of the website. It is useful for planning purposes and can save time before building, by helping us spot potential issues early.

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git branching diagram

What is a branch in Git?

A branch in Git is like an alternative version of a project. When several developers work on the same project, separate branches help them avoid overriding each other's work. These branches then can be merged into the main branch through a pull request.

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