Description

Introduction

This comprehensive training program is designed to provide project managers, team leads, and developers with a deep understanding of how to effectively use GitHub for project management. GitHub, primarily known as a version control platform, also offers a powerful suite of tools for managing projects, collaborating with team members, and streamlining workflows. This training will cover everything from basic GitHub functionalities to advanced project management features, helping you maximize efficiency and productivity in your project workflows.

Prerequisites

Before attending this training, participants should have:

• Basic knowledge of Git and GitHub.
• Familiarity with project management principles and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.).
• Understanding of software development processes (recommended, not mandatory).
• A GitHub account with at least a basic repository created.

Table of Contents (Session-wise)

Session 1: Introduction to GitHub for Project Management

• Overview of GitHub as a Project Management Tool
• Understanding GitHub Repositories and Organizations
• Setting Up Your GitHub Environment for Project Management
• Hands-on Exercise: Creating and Configuring a New Repository

Session 2: Core GitHub Features for Project Management

• Introduction to GitHub Issues and Labels
• Creating and Managing Issues
• Organizing Tasks with Labels and Milestones
• Hands-on Exercise: Creating and Managing Issues and Milestones

Session 3: GitHub Projects and Boards

• Overview of GitHub Projects and Boards
• Setting Up a Project Board: Kanban and Basic Templates
• Managing Tasks with Project Boards
• Hands-on Exercise: Creating a Project Board and Adding Issues

Session 4: Advanced GitHub Project Management Features

• Introduction to GitHub Actions for Workflow Automation
• Integrating GitHub with Other Project Management Tools (JIRA, Trello, etc.)
• Using GitHub Wikis for Documentation
• Hands-on Exercise: Automating Workflows with GitHub Actions

Session 5: Collaboration and Communication in GitHub

• Managing Team Collaborators and Permissions
• Effective Communication Using GitHub Issues and Pull Requests
• Using GitHub Discussions for Team Collaboration
• Hands-on Exercise: Managing Collaborators and Conducting a Team Discussion

Session 6: Reporting and Analytics in GitHub

• Generating Reports from GitHub Data
• Monitoring Project Progress with GitHub Insights
• Advanced Analytics with GitHub API and Third-party Tools
• Hands-on Exercise: Generating Reports and Using GitHub Insights

Session 7: Best Practices and Case Studies

• Best Practices for Project Management on GitHub
• Case Studies: Successful Projects Managed with GitHub
• Common Challenges and How to Overcome Them
• Hands-on Exercise: Reviewing a Real-World GitHub Project

Session 8: Final Assessment and Wrap-up

• Final Project: Setting Up a Comprehensive Project Management Workflow on GitHub
• Review and Feedback
• Q&A Session
• Certification of Completion

This training will provide a thorough understanding of using GitHub for project management, from setting up a repository to automating workflows and generating insightful reports. Each session combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises to ensure participants gain hands-on experience.