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title: "Getting Started"
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#  Getting Started

If you're interested in making changes please see the [rules](/about/rules/) and ensure they are in alignment with what you hope to share.

## Concepts

### Git

[Git](https://git-scm.com/) is a distributed version control system that allows for tracking and managing changes to text files. 
To understand why git is necessary take a look at: [Why git?](/about/why-git)

### Source Files

Files that are put into a process that creates some product.  
In this case, the source filed are used with [hugo](https://gohugo.io/) to generate this website.  
Programmers use source code to compile programs, and the possibilities are endless.


## Cloning the Repository

The source files for this site live in [this repository](https://code.gabe.rocks/gabriel/cyberfreedom).

You can clone the repository using the following command:

```bash
git clone https://code.gabe.rocks/gabriel/cyberfreedom.git
```

This will place the source files into a folder.

Or you can download a .zip of the files at: https://code.gabe.rocks/gabriel/cyberfreedom/archive/main.zip

### Github

1. Create or Sign in to your account with Github
2. [Import](https://github.com/new/import) the repository with this clone URL: `https://code.gabe.rocks/gabriel/cyberfreedom.git` and give it a name of your choosing.
3. Hit "Begin Import"


## Making Changes

The beauty of git is that you can use simple tools! If you prefer a simple text editor like notepad, or want to use a code-editor with built-in git features it's entirely up to you!

### Staying up to date

Ensure you run `git pull` once in a while to make sure you have the latest changes.

## Using Git

After you've made some changes, you'll want to keep track of them. A set of changes is called a **commit**. To create a commit you'll use your git tools, or using the terminal write `git commit -m ` with a short message after a space. Some tools will automatically track files and stage the changes for you, if you're creating a new fille you'll want to make sure it's added to the commit with `git add ` and then the filename both of these commands require a space before you add your message or file.

## Publishing Your Changes

1. Fork the Repository 

    The Github repository is [here](https://code.gabe.rocks/gabriel/cyberfreedom)
2. Make your Changes
3. Publish your changes

    - Github
    - Gitlab
    - Directly

## Getting your changes on the Site