Alternative to using the Git command line is the GitHub Desktop app to easily manage your repositories.
✅ Why Use GitHub Desktop?
✔ Easier for Beginners → No need to memorize Git commands. Everything is done with clicks instead of typing in the terminal.
✔ Visual Interface → You can see changes, compare versions, and manage commits in a user-friendly way.
✔ Easier File Management → Drag and drop files into your repo without typing commands.
✔ Seamless GitHub Integration → Easily clone, commit, push, pull with a single click.
✔ Useful for Non-Coders → If you’re mainly uploading files (e.g., math notes, documents), you don’t need to know Git commands.
🚀 GitHub Desktop vs Git Command Line (CLI)
Comparison Table
| Feature | GitHub Desktop (GUI) 🎨 | Git Command Line (CLI) 💻 |
| Ease of Use | Beginner-friendly, no need to memorize commands | Requires learning Git commands |
| Installation | Download and install GUI | Install Git and use terminal |
| Pushing Files | Click "Commit" and "Push" | Run git commit & git push |
| Branch Management | Easy branch creation & merging | Requires git branch, git merge |
| Viewing Changes | Visual diff tool to see file changes | Use git diff to check changes |
| Conflict Resolution | Graphical tools to resolve conflicts | Use git merge & manually fix conflicts |
| Ideal For | Beginners, non-coders, simple file management | Developers, advanced version control |
| Offline Work | Yes (but requires Git installed) | Yes (fully functional offline) |
| Speed & Power | Slower for complex workflows | Faster & more control over Git |
Depending on your requirement you can choose which one to use. I personally prefer the CLI because I like to learn git commands and its faster when you have a high number of changes IMO. Its always good to learn and be familiar with both options.