GitHub Pages Tutorial
A comprehensive guide to creating and publishing your personal website using GitHub Pages. This tutorial will take you from zero to a live website in just a few hours.
Time to complete: 2-3 hours at your own pace
Prerequisites: A Google account or email address
Cost: Free
Skill level: Complete beginner-friendly
What You'll Learn
- Setting up your GitHub account and choosing a professional template
- Publishing your website live on the internet
- Editing HTML content and understanding website structure
- Customizing colors, fonts, images, and navigation
- Troubleshooting common issues and maintaining your site
- Using version control to manage changes
Tutorial Parts
Part 1: Setup
Get started by creating your GitHub account, choosing a template, and making your website live on the internet.
- Creating your GitHub account
- Choosing the perfect template
- Creating your repository
- Publishing your live website
Part 2: Editing
Learn to customize your website by editing text, understanding files, and making the template your own.
- Understanding website files (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Editing HTML content safely
- Committing changes properly
- Testing your changes
Part 3: Customization
Take your website to the next level with images, styling, navigation, and social media integration.
- Adding and replacing images
- Uploading documents (resume, CV)
- Customizing colors and fonts with CSS
- Editing navigation menus
- Adding social media links
Part 4: Troubleshooting
Master common issues, learn to fix mistakes, and maintain your website long-term.
- Common problems and solutions
- Using version history to undo mistakes
- File organization best practices
- Regular maintenance tips
Reference Guide
Quick reference materials including glossary, keyboard shortcuts, code examples, and FAQ.
- Terms glossary
- Keyboard shortcuts
- Common code examples
- Frequently asked questions