Creating a repository
Most of the time when I begin a new project, I also instantiate a new repository. I create a base project, then make changes such as configuring Entity Framework (EF) and creating a data layer project. Before making any consequential changes, I make a Git commit. This provides a baseline snapshot to revert back to in case things go sideways. Of course, I may already have those initial baseline changes captured in one of my custom project templates. You will see more on how quick this process can be in Chapter 8, Introduction to Project and Item Templates.
Once I create the project, it's time to create the repository and check it in. This functionality is the equivalent of the git init command.
In Visual Studio 2019 for Windows, Click the Create Git Repository… button or click the New chevron, depending on your version. Next, select or enter the path to your new repository, and click the Create button, as shown in the following screenshot:
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