# Get started with Git – the power behind GitHub

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Hi there,

Ever wonder what the "Git" in GitHub means? Git is a version control system that tracks changes and keeps your code safe.

Your challenge today: Set up your Git identity.

1️⃣ Install Git on your system

2️⃣ Set your name and email in Git:

git config --global user.name "Your Name"

git config --global user.email "your.email@example.com"

3️⃣ Learn the basics with this video

Get started with Git

Happy coding,

The GitHub Team

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