# Software Development and Git Fundamentals

> Master the core principles of software development, version control with Git, and secure coding practices to build a strong technical foundation.

Canonical: https://codelivly.com/learning-paths/software-development-and-git-fundamentals
Last updated: 2026-10-26

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| Level | Beginner |
| Category | Cybersecurity |
| Rooms | 5 |
| Lessons | 25 |
| Estimated time | 2 h 30 min |

This foundational learning path is designed for aspiring developers, IT professionals, and security practitioners who need to understand how software is built, managed, and secured. You will learn the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), master Git for version control and team collaboration, understand modern branching strategies, and be introduced to foundational secure coding principles. By the end of this path, you will be able to confidently navigate codebases, manage repositories, resolve merge conflicts, and contribute to software projects securely and efficiently.

## Rooms in this path

1. [Git Version Control](https://codelivly.com/rooms/git-version-control) - Master the fundamentals of Git, from core commands and branching strategies to resolving merge conflicts and managing…
2. [Git Branching and Collaboration](https://codelivly.com/rooms/git-branching-and-collaboration) - Master parallel development with Git branches, learn effective merging strategies, and navigate the Pull Request…
3. [Bash Scripting for Automation](https://codelivly.com/rooms/bash-scripting-for-automation) - Master the Linux command line and automate repetitive tasks with robust, secure Bash scripts for system administration…
4. [Python for DevSecOps Automation](https://codelivly.com/rooms/python-for-devsecops-automation) - Master Python for security automation. Learn to interact with APIs, parse JSON, manage secrets, and build robust,…
5. [YAML, JSON and Configuration Formats](https://codelivly.com/rooms/yaml-json-and-configuration-formats) - Master the foundational data serialization formats used in modern DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and security tooling.

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