Common Git Commands
git init
git init
Initializes a new Git repository in the current directory. This sets up the necessary Git metadata.
git clone [url]
git clone https://github.com/user/repo.git
Clones a repository from a remote server to your local machine. This creates a full copy of the repository.
git add [file]
`git add index.html`
Stages a file for commit. This prepares the file to be included in the next commit.
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git commit -m "message"`git commit -m "Add new feature to user authentication"`
Commits changes with a descriptive message. This creates a snapshot of the staged changes.
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git status`git status`
Displays the status of changes in your working directory and staging area. It shows which files have been modified, staged, or are untracked.
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git pull`git pull origin main`
Fetches and merges changes from the remote repository into your local branch. This updates your branch with the latest changes from the remote.
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git push`git push origin main`
Uploads your local commits to the remote repository. This shares your changes with other collaborators.
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git branch`git branch new-feature`
Lists, creates, or deletes branches. To create a new branch, use git branch [branch-name].
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git checkout [branch]`git checkout new-feature`
Switches to a different branch. Use this command to start working on a new branch.
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git merge [branch]`git merge new-feature`
Merges changes from the specified branch into the current branch. This integrates the changes from one branch into another.
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git rebase [branch]`git rebase main`
Reapplies commits from your current branch on top of another branch. This creates a linear history of changes.
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git stash`git stash git stash pop`
Temporarily saves changes that are not yet ready to be committed. You can apply stashed changes later using git stash pop.
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git cherry-pick [commit]`git cherry-pick abc1234`
Applies the changes from a specific commit onto your current branch. This is useful for applying individual changes without merging entire branches.