Version Control For Solo Devs In Ue5 With Git And Github
 

Git & GitHub for Unreal Devs: Visual Workflow, Asset Tracking, Backups, and Recovery Without Terminal
What you'll learn
Understand essential Git terminology
Set up Git and GitHub for Unreal Engine
Recognize and use Git-related files
Use Git Large File Storage (LFS)
Commit, push, and revert changes using TortoiseGit
Use Unreal Engine's built-in Git integration
Compare files with WinMerge and Perforce P4Merge
Clone and restore your full Unreal Engine project from GitHub
Requirements
A Windows PC
Unreal Engine 5 installed
Basic familiarity with the Unreal Editor
A GitHub account (a free account works perfectly)
The ability to download and install software on your computer
Description
Are you an Unreal Engine 5 developer working solo and feeling overwhelmed by version control tools like Git and GitHub? This course is designed specifically for independent developers on Windows who want to use Git without ever touching the terminal.You'll learn a complete, beginner-friendly Git workflow using TortoiseGit, GitHub, and Git LFS, all through graphical interfaces. From creating your first repository to safely rolling back mistakes, you'll be guided step-by-step to master version control tailored to Unreal Engine 5 projects. We'll show you how to keep your work safe, back it up online, and even recover from disasters-no command line, no confusion.You'll start with the essentials: what Git is, how it works behind the scenes, and which tools you actually need. Then, you'll create a project, push it to GitHub, and integrate version control directly inside Unreal Engine. You'll also explore how to track asset changes, use merge tools like P4Merge, and even clone your project on a new machine with ease.Whether you're building prototypes, full games, or preparing for a studio pipeline, this course will give you the tools, habits, and confidence to never lose work again.Start now-and take control of your Unreal Engine projects the smart way.
Who this course is for
You're a solo dev handling your entire project
You've never used Git before and want a beginner-friendly introduction
You're tired of naming folders "MyGame_Final_3_FIXED_REAL_FINAL"
You're struggling with storage or messy project backups
You feel overwhelmed trying to keep your project organized
You want a clean, visual, and Windows-friendly version control workflow