Key Features
Distributed Architecture
Every developer has a full copy of the repository with complete history.
Branching & Merging
Create isolated branches for features, fixes, and experiments — then merge seamlessly.
Commit History
Track every change with timestamps, authorship, and messages for full traceability.
Collaboration & Review
Push to remote repositories, open pull requests, and review code collaboratively.
How It Works
Install Git
Download and install Git from the official site or use a package manager.
Initialize Repository
Run `git init` to start tracking a project locally.
Stage & Commit Changes
Use `git add` and `git commit` to record changes with meaningful messages.
Create Branches
Use `git branch` and `git checkout` to isolate work and experiment safely.
Push & Collaborate
Connect to remote repositories and collaborate using `git push`, `pull`, and `merge`.
Code Example
// Basic Git workflow
git init
git add .
git commit -m "Initial commit"
git branch feature-login
git checkout feature-login
git push origin feature-loginUse Cases
Team Collaboration
Work on shared codebases with branching, merging, and pull requests.
Version Tracking
Maintain history of every change, revert mistakes, and audit progress.
Open Source Contribution
Fork repositories, submit patches, and collaborate with global communities.
CI/CD Integration
Trigger automated builds and deployments on every commit or merge.
Integrations & Resources
Explore Git’s ecosystem and find the tools, platforms, and docs to accelerate your workflow.
Popular Integrations
- GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
- VS Code, IntelliJ, Eclipse
- Jenkins, Travis CI, CircleCI
- Docker, Kubernetes
- Slack, Jira, Trello
Helpful Resources
FAQ
Common questions about Git’s capabilities, usage, and ecosystem.