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Day 19: Forking a Repository for New Developer

Task

The DevOps team needs to help a new developer, Jon, get started with his work by forking an existing Git repository using the Gitea UI.

Specifications:

  • Fork the repository named sarah/story-blog under the jon user on the Gitea server.
  • Document the process with screenshots, and optionally, record the task completion using screen recording software.

Steps:

  1. Access the Gitea UI:

    • Click on the Gitea UI button located on the top bar of the interface to navigate to the Gitea server's login page.

  2. Log in to the Gitea Server:

    • Use the following credentials to log in:
      • Username: jon
      • Password: Jon_pass123
    • Click "Sign in" after entering the credentials.

  3. Locate the Git Repository:

    • Use the search bar or navigation menu to find the repository named sarah/story-blog.

  4. Fork the Repository:

    • Open the sarah/story-blog repository page.
    • Click the "Fork" button, typically found on the top right of the repository page.
    • Choose jon as the account to fork the repository under and confirm the action.

  5. Capture Screenshots:

    • Take screenshots at key steps (e.g., logging in, locating the repository, clicking "Fork") to document the process.

  6. (Optional) Record the Process:

    • Use screen recording software like Loom to record the process from accessing the Gitea UI to successfully forking the repository.
    • Save the video and share the link or download it as required.

Command Explanation:

  • Gitea UI Button: This button on the interface provides access to the Gitea server's web UI.
  • Fork: The "Fork" button allows a user to create a personal copy of another user's repository under their own account.