This instructor-led training program covers Git architecture, repository management, branching strategies, merging workflows, conflict resolution, remote repositories, GitHub/GitLab integration, and migration concepts from SVN to Git.
Overview
GIT for Victims of Subversion Training by AcadNXT is designed to help professionals transition from Subversion (SVN) to Git version control by building strong practical understanding of Git workflows, distributed version control concepts, and modern collaboration practices. This instructor-led training program covers Git architecture, repository management, branching strategies, merging workflows, conflict resolution, remote repositories, GitHub/GitLab integration, and migration concepts from SVN to Git. Participants will gain hands-on experience in adapting to Git-based workflows used in modern DevOps and cloud-native development environments. The course is ideal for developers and teams migrating from SVN to Git and looking to improve collaboration, efficiency, and version control practices.
Learning Outcomes
• Understand differences between SVN and Git workflows
• Manage Git repositories in distributed environments effectively
• Perform branching, merging, and conflict resolution confidently
• Migrate SVN workflows to Git-based systems successfully
• Apply pull request and code review practices
• Integrate Git into CI/CD and DevOps pipelines
• Collaborate effectively using modern Git platforms
• Apply best practices for modern version control systems
Duration & Delivery Mode
14 hours
Target Audience
• Developers transitioning from SVN to Git
• Software Engineers
• QA Engineers
• DevOps Engineers
• Build and Release Engineers
• Full Stack Developers
• Backend Developers
• IT Professionals working in legacy version control environments
Pre-requisites
• Basic understanding of Subversion (SVN) or version control concepts
• Familiarity with software development workflows is beneficial
• Basic command-line usage knowledge is helpful
• Understanding of software project structures is advantageous
Skillset Achieved
• Understanding differences between SVN and Git workflows
• Managing Git repositories and distributed version control systems
• Performing branching, merging, and conflict resolution in Git
• Working with remote repositories using GitHub or GitLab
• Migrating SVN-based workflows to Git-based workflows
• Applying modern collaboration and pull request practices
• Managing version history and release workflows efficiently
• Integrating Git into DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
• Troubleshooting common Git migration and workflow issues
• Applying best practices for modern source code management
Course Outcome
After completing the GIT for Victims of Subversion Training, participants will be able to confidently transition from SVN to Git and effectively manage modern distributed version control workflows. Learners will gain practical expertise in Git repository management, branching strategies, collaboration workflows, migration techniques, and DevOps integration practices.
Course Outline
Introduction to Git and Migration from SVN
• Overview of Git vs SVN architecture
• Understanding distributed version control concepts
• Git installation and environment setup
• Mapping SVN workflows to Git workflows
• Introduction to Git repositories and working model
Git Fundamentals and Core Operations
• Initializing repositories and cloning projects
• Staging and committing changes
• Viewing commit history and logs
• Undoing changes and rollback concepts
• Basic Git command workflows
Branching and Merging in Git
• Understanding Git branching model
• Creating and switching branches
• Merging strategies and workflows
• Conflict detection and resolution
• Branching best practices for migrated teams
Working with Remote Repositories
• Connecting to GitHub and GitLab
• Push, pull, and fetch operations
• Managing remote branches
• Collaboration workflows
• Synchronizing distributed teams
Advanced Git Workflows for SVN Users
• Rebase vs merge understanding
• Cherry-picking commits
• Stashing changes and recovery workflows
• Tagging and release management
• Advanced repository operations
Collaboration and Code Review
• Pull request workflows
• Code review practices
• Managing approvals and feedback cycles
• Handling merge conflicts in teams
• Team collaboration strategies
Git in Modern DevOps Environments
• Git integration with CI/CD pipelines
• Automated build and deployment concepts
• Version control in DevOps workflows
• Branch strategies for enterprise systems
• Release management workflows
Mini Project and Practical Implementation
• Migrating a sample SVN project to Git
• Implementing branching and pull request workflows
• Handling merge conflicts and collaboration scenarios
• Simulating real-world team migration workflow
• Final project review and discussion
Assessment Topics
• Git architecture and distributed version control concepts
• SVN vs Git workflow comparison
• Repository management and commit workflows
• Branching, merging, and conflict resolution techniques
• Remote repository and collaboration workflows
• Pull request and code review processes
• CI/CD integration concepts
• SVN to Git migration mini project
Evaluation
• Hands-on Git command and repository exercises
• SVN to Git migration assignments
• Branching and merging workflow activities
• Conflict resolution and collaboration tasks
• Mini project development and evaluation
• Interactive workflow and DevOps discussions
Course Materials
Participants will receive course materials, slides, reference materials, exercises and access to resources for further learning.
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the training will receive an AcadNXT Certification in GIT for Victims of Subversion Training, validating their expertise in Git version control migration, distributed workflows, branching strategies, collaboration practices, CI/CD integration, and modern software development practices.
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What Our Students Say
“The training made my transition from SVN to Git extremely smooth with clear practical guidance on real-world workflows.”
“I finally understood Git branching and pull request workflows after working in SVN for years. Excellent hands-on sessions.”
“The migration concepts and CI/CD integration topics were explained very clearly and practically.”
“I gained confidence in using Git for collaboration and managing code across distributed teams effectively.”
“AcadNXT delivered a highly practical and engaging training that helped our team successfully transition from SVN to Git workflows.”