WorkingCopy - Git Client for iOS

Professional Git client for iPhone and iPad that brings the full power of Git version control to your mobile device.

Quick Overview

What is WorkingCopy?

WorkingCopy is a powerful Git client for iPhone and iPad that allows you to clone repositories, edit code, and manage version control directly from your iOS device.

Key Features

• Full Git Client - Complete Git functionality on iOS
• Syntax Highlighting - Code editing with language support
• Repository Management - Clone, pull, push, and manage repos
• File Editing - Built-in text editor with iOS integration
• SSH Key Support - Secure authentication with Git servers
• Integration - Works with GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket

Student Benefits

With the GitHub Student Developer Pack:

• Free Pro features for the duration of student status
• Unlimited repositories access
• Push capabilities unlocked (normally paid feature)
• External file editing with other iOS apps
• Advanced Git operations support
• Priority customer support

How to Redeem

Prerequisites

• Active GitHub Student Developer Pack
• iPhone or iPad with iOS 13.0 or later
• Git repositories to work with

Step-by-Step Process

1. Access the Offer

   • Visit your GitHub Student Pack dashboard
   • Find the WorkingCopy offer section
   • Follow instructions to unlock Pro features

2. Download WorkingCopy

   • Download from the iOS App Store
   • Install on your iPhone or iPad
   • Launch and complete setup

3. Unlock Pro Features

   • Follow redemption instructions
   • Verify your student status within the app
   • Enjoy full functionality

Best Uses for Students

Mobile Development

• Code review on the go
• Quick fixes and bug patches
• Emergency deployments from anywhere
• Documentation updates between classes

Academic Work

• Assignment submission from mobile device
• Collaboration on group projects
• Code backup and synchronization
• Version tracking for research projects

Getting Started

Repository Setup

Clone from GitHub:

# In WorkingCopy, clone repositories via:
# 1. GitHub integration
# 2. Direct URL entry
# 3. QR code scanning
# 4. SSH clone URLs

Basic Git Operations:

• Pull - Sync latest changes from remote
• Commit - Save changes with descriptive messages
• Push - Upload commits to remote repository
• Branch - Create and switch between branches

File Management

Repository Structure in WorkingCopy:
project-name/
├── src/
│   ├── main.py
│   ├── utils.py
│   └── config.json
├── docs/
│   ├── README.md
│   └── api-docs.md
├── tests/
│   └── test_main.py
├── .gitignore
└── requirements.txt

Code Editing Features

Syntax Highlighting

• Python - Full syntax support
• JavaScript - ES6+ features
• Swift - iOS development
• Java - Android development
• HTML/CSS - Web development
• Markdown - Documentation and notes
• JSON/YAML - Configuration files

Editing Capabilities

# Example: Editing Python code on iPad
def calculate_gpa(grades):
    """Calculate GPA from list of letter grades."""
    grade_points = {
        'A+': 4.0, 'A': 4.0, 'A-': 3.7,
        'B+': 3.3, 'B': 3.0, 'B-': 2.7,
        'C+': 2.3, 'C': 2.0, 'C-': 1.7,
        'D': 1.0, 'F': 0.0
    }
    
    total_points = sum(grade_points.get(grade, 0) for grade in grades)
    return total_points / len(grades) if grades else 0.0

# Quick commit and push from mobile

iOS Integration

• Files app integration for external editing
• Share extension for importing files
• Shortcuts app automation support
• Split view and slide over multitasking

Advanced Git Operations

Branch Management

# WorkingCopy supports:
# - Creating new branches
# - Switching between branches
# - Merging branches
# - Viewing branch history
# - Remote branch tracking

Collaboration Features

• Pull requests - View and comment on PRs
• Code review - Review changes before merging
• Issue tracking - Link commits to issues
• Team coordination - Multiple repository management

Conflict Resolution

# When merge conflicts occur:
# 1. WorkingCopy highlights conflicts
# 2. Visual diff shows differences
# 3. Manual resolution with editor
# 4. Mark conflicts as resolved
# 5. Complete merge operation

```python
def student_login(email, password):
    # Updated implementation for email-based login
    return authenticate_by_email(email, password)

## Mobile Workflow Examples

### Daily Development Routine

Morning Commute:

1. Check overnight pull requests
2. Review team commits
3. Plan daily coding tasks

Between Classes:

1. Quick bug fixes
2. Documentation updates
3. Code review for teammates

Evening Study:

1. Implement assignment features
2. Commit progress regularly
3. Push completed work

### Emergency Situations

Production Bug Fix:

1. Clone repository on phone
2. Identify and fix critical bug
3. Test fix locally
4. Commit and push hotfix
5. Create hotfix pull request
6. Notify team via commit message

### Academic Project Management

Group Project Workflow:

1. Each member clones shared repository
2. Create individual feature branches
3. Regular commits throughout development
4. Code review via pull requests
5. Merge approved features
6. Tag project milestones

## iOS-Specific Features

### iPad Pro Optimization
- **External keyboard** support for faster coding
- **Apple Pencil** support for annotations
- **Multiple windows** for comparing files
- **Stage Manager** integration for productivity

### iPhone Optimization
- **One-handed operation** optimized interface
- **Quick actions** from home screen
- **Widget support** for repository status
- **Siri shortcuts** for common operations

### Accessibility Features
- **VoiceOver** support for visually impaired users
- **Dynamic Type** for better readability
- **Voice Control** for hands-free operation
- **Switch Control** for motor accessibility

## Integration with Development Workflow

### Continuous Integration
```yaml
# Monitor CI/CD status on mobile
# GitHub Actions integration shows:
# - Build status
# - Test results
# - Deployment status
# - Error notifications

Code Quality

• Linting integration with external tools
• Code formatting with prettier/black
• Spell checking for documentation
• TODO tracking across codebase

Documentation

# Mobile documentation editing
## Project Setup

1. Clone the repository
2. Install dependencies
3. Run development server

### Quick Start
```bash
npm install
npm run dev

Contributing

• Fork the repository
• Create feature branch
• Make changes
• Submit pull request

## Learning Resources

### Mobile Development Education
- **Git tutorials** optimized for mobile learning
- **Code examples** formatted for small screens
- **Video content** for visual learners
- **Interactive tutorials** within the app

### Academic Integration
- **Course project** templates for mobile editing
- **Assignment submission** workflows
- **Study group** collaboration features
- **Research project** version control

## Performance and Limitations

### What Works Well
- **Text editing** and simple code changes
- **Git operations** - commit, push, pull, merge
- **Code review** and commenting
- **Documentation** writing and editing

### Platform Limitations
- **Compilation** - Limited to interpreted languages
- **Heavy IDEs** - Not suitable for complex development
- **Large files** - Performance may suffer
- **Network dependency** - Requires internet for Git operations

## Security and Privacy

### Secure Authentication
- **SSH keys** generated and stored securely
- **OAuth tokens** for GitHub/GitLab access
- **Biometric authentication** for app access
- **Keychain integration** for credential storage

### Privacy Protection
- **Local repository** storage encrypted
- **No cloud storage** of credentials
- **Secure communication** with Git servers
- **iOS security model** compliance

## Support and Help

### Getting Assistance
- **WorkingCopy Support** - Email support for Pro users
- **App Store Reviews** - Community feedback and tips
- **Documentation** - Comprehensive user guides
- **GitHub Education Support** - For Student Pack issues

### Common Questions
- **Setup issues** - SSH key configuration
- **Performance** - Optimizing for iOS device capabilities
- **Git operations** - Complex merge and rebase scenarios
- **Integration** - Working with external iOS apps

This mobile Git client enables students to maintain their development workflow even when away from their computers, making it easier to stay productive and collaborative in academic projects.