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Git is a powerful version control system that allows developers to track changes to their codebase. However, as projects grow and evolve, managing the Git repository can become complex.
The git reset command is used to reset the current branch to a previous commit. This can be useful for reverting changes, discarding work, or recovering from mistakes.
The git branch command is used to create, list, or delete branches in the Git repository. Branching is a fundamental concept in Git that allows developers to work on different features or versions of the codebase simultaneously.
The git rebase command is used to reapply commits on top of another base commit. Rebase is a powerful tool for maintaining a linear history and squashing commits.
The following Git commands are useful for navigating and understanding the commit history of your repository:
The git log command displays a condensed version of the commit history.
Example Usage
$ git log
$ git log --oneline
$ git log --pretty=format:"%h %ad | %s%d [%an]" --date=short
The git show command displays the details of a specific commit or file.
Example Usage
$ git show HEAD
$ git show HEAD~1
$ git show <commit_hash>
The git status command displays the current state of your working directory, including any unstaged and staged changes.
Example Usage
$ git status
$ git status -s
$ git status -uno
The git cherry-pick command applies a specific commit to the current branch.
Example Usage
$ git cherry-pick <commit_hash>
$ git cherry-pick HEAD~1
$ git cherry-pick --no-commit <commit_hash>
Git Add
The git add command stages changes in your working directory, preparing them for commit.
Example Usage
$ git add <file>
$ git add .
Git Commit
The git commit command commits the staged changes with a descriptive message.
Example Usage
$ git commit -m "<commit_message>"
Git Push
The git push command pushes your committed changes to a remote repository.
Example Usage
$ git push origin <branch_name>
Git Pull
The git pull command fetches and merges changes from a remote repository into your local repository.
Example Usage
$ git pull origin <branch_name>