Chapter 11.3: Push and Open Linked PR (@ssawczyn)

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Warning

This issue is part of the GIT Going with GitHub course.
Do not start this challenge until the course officially begins.

Chapter 11: Git & Source Control Challenge

Student: @ssawczyn
Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes per challenge
Skill Level: intermediate

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Challenge Overview

In this chapter, you will practice local Git workflows including branching, commits, pushes, and linked PRs.

All challenges in this chapter are linked to the Challenge Hub for full context and instructions.

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Your Challenge: Push and Open Linked PR

Push your branch and open a PR that links the issue.

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What You Need to Do

1. Complete the challenge following the instructions in the Challenge Hub
2. Open a pull request that references this issue: Closes #XX
3. Submit your work - your PR should include proof of completion
4. See your issue close automatically when your PR merges

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How to Submit

Step 1: Claim This Issue

Reply with a comment: I'm working on this!

Step 2: Create Your Branch

git checkout -b chapter-11-challenge-ssawczyn

Step 3: Complete the Challenge

Follow the detailed steps in the Challenge Hub.

• Push branch to GitHub
• Open PR with Closes #XX
• Include evidence (branch/commit)

Step 4: Open a Pull Request

When ready:

git push origin chapter-11-challenge-ssawczyn

Then open a PR with:

• Title: Chapter 11: Push and Open Linked PR
• Description: Include Closes #XX and add evidence of your work
• Evidence: Screenshots, links to created issues, or proof of completion per the Challenge Hub

Step 5: Watch for Validation

Bot validation checks commit evidence, branch workflow, and linked PR format.

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Expected Outcomes

• You can clone, branch, commit, and push confidently
• You can open a linked PR with clear evidence
• You can trace your changes using Git history

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If You Get Stuck

1. Re-read the Challenge Hub - it has detailed step-by-step instructions
2. Check the Screen Reader Cheat Sheet - keyboard commands for navigation
3. Watch the Chapter 11 walkthrough - audio explanation of the concepts
4. Ask in Slack - tag @Facilitator with #help and your challenge number
5. Comment on this issue - describe what's blocking you; facilitator will help

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Learning Moment

Local Git gives you full control and immediate feedback before code reaches GitHub.

Next Step: Check out Challenge Hub for the next challenge or chapter!