Explain how a source control system helps manage files

Beginner
Developer
Azure

Explain how a source control system helps manage files goes over the purpose of a source control system, the benefits of using a source control system, between version control and source control, and how software can help you interact with a source control system.

Learning objectives

After you complete this module, you'll be able to:

  • Describe version control and source control.

  • Explain the benefits of using a source control system.

  • Describe how software helps interact with source control systems.

Prerequisites

A personal computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux.