Since we're about to actually run Git commands, now is the best time to switch to the VS Code or Cursor version of the course because those editors have a built-in terminal with Git integration. The course can also check the commands that you run and provide feedback.
There's no catch: these code editors are well-known and free, as is this course, so you can continue without any additional cost. Switching simply gives you a better experience that's closer to real-world usage.
Otherwise, you can follow along in your own terminal and Git installation, but you won't get the benefits of the integrated experience.
Setting up Git
In this chapter, we'll make sure Git is ready to use on your computer. We'll install it, set up your credentials such as name and email address, and configure the default branch name.