When you start learning about full-stack development, it's really important to understand version control systems (VCS), and Git is one of the best out there. Here’s why:

Distributed vs. Centralized

• Git is a distributed version control system. This means every developer has a complete copy of the project on their own computer.
• Because of this, working together is easier, and you can still make changes even without the internet.
• Other systems, like Subversion (SVN), are centralized. This means the project's versions are stored on one main server. Without an internet connection, it’s tougher to work as a team.

Branching and Merging

• Git is really good when it comes to branching and merging. Creating branches in Git is simple, and this lets you try out new ideas without messing up the main project.
• Merging those branches back together is usually easy too.
• But in other version control systems, branching can be more complicated, making developers less likely to use it.

Performance

• Git is often faster for most tasks since you're doing things on your own computer.
• Pulling changes, checking out different branches, or looking at past work happens quickly because you’re not waiting on a central server.
• Other systems can slow down, especially with big projects.

In short, using Git in full-stack development helps you work faster and makes it easier to collaborate with others. It really changes the game!