Git is a distributed version control system that enables developers to track changes in source code during software development. It provides tools for branching, merging, and collaborative workflows. Below is a guide to understanding Git's core concepts and usage.

Key Features

  • Distributed Architecture: Every repository contains the entire history of the project
  • Branching & Merging: Create branches for features and merge them back seamlessly
  • Staging Area: Allows incremental commits with git add
  • Commit History: Immutable records of changes with hashes like a1b2c3
  • Remote Repositories: Collaborate via platforms like GitHub or GitLab

Basic Workflow

  1. git init - Initialize a new repository
  2. git add . - Stage all changes
  3. git commit -m "message" - Record changes
  4. git push - Send commits to remote

Advanced Concepts

  • Rebase vs Merge: Use git rebase to keep a linear history
  • Stash: Temporarily save changes with git stash
  • Hooks: Automate tasks with scripts in .git/hooks/

Useful Commands

Command Description
git status Show repository status
git log View commit history
git diff Compare changes
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For deeper insights into Git's architecture, see our Git Fundamentals Guide. To explore collaborative workflows, check out GitHub Integration.

Git Workflow

⚠️ Note: Always ensure your .gitignore file is properly configured to avoid accidental commits of sensitive data.

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