Workshop: Version control with git

Learn how to track, manage, and collaborate on your work with confidence using Git and version control.

On Tuesday,17 March from 09:30 AM to 1:00 PM NZT, REANNZ is facilitating a free, online workshop on Version Control with Git with two certified Carpentries instructors from the community.

About the workshop

This online, hands-on Carpentries Version Control with Git workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of version control and collaborative workflows using Git. You’ll learn by doing, with guided exercises and live support from certified instructors.

What you’ll learn

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

• Understand what version control is and why it matters
• Track and manage changes in your files using Git
• Revert to previous versions of your work
• Collaborate with others without overwriting each other’s contributions
• Use Git to support reproducible and transparent research

Pre-requisites:

We welcome interest from all New Zealand based researchers. Introductory level knowledge of shell is preferred.

Setup:

You will need to install some software and create a GitHub account before attending this workshop. Please follow this link to visit the workshop website for further details: https://otagocarpentries.github.io/2026-03-17-nz-git/

Deadline to register: Friday, 13th March by 5pm.
In case of any assistance, please email us at training@reannz.co.nz