10 Powerful Git Tips and Tricks You Need to Know

💡Use 'git am' flag to automatically add all files to the commit without the need for 'git add'

🔧Create aliases in git config to shorten commonly used commands and improve efficiency

🔄Utilize the 'git amend' flag to update the latest commit message or add new files without creating a new commit

🔍Use 'git bisect' to quickly identify the commit that introduced a bug by binary searching through commits

🧹Leverage 'git stash' to temporarily save and remove changes for later use, keeping your working directory clean

What is the default branch name in Git and how can it be changed?

—The default branch name in Git is typically 'master', but it is recommended to use 'main' or another preferred name. You can rename the branch using 'git branch -m <old_name> <new_name>'.

How can I make the Git log output more readable?

—To make the Git log output more readable, use the options '--graph', '--oneline', and '--decorate'. This will show a concise breakdown of commits with branch connections.

Can I squash multiple commits into one?

—Yes, you can squash multiple commits into one using 'git rebase -i <branch_name>'. This allows you to combine, squash, and reword commits.

Is it possible to create Git hooks for automating tasks?

—Yes, you can create Git hooks to automate tasks by adding scripts to the 'hooks' directory in the hidden '.git' folder of your repository. Tools like Husky simplify the configuration of Git hooks.

How do I go back to the previous branch I was working on?

—To switch back to the previous branch you were working on, use 'git checkout -'. This command will automatically switch to the previous branch.

00:00Introduction and importance of Git for software engineers

01:10Using the 'git am' flag to automatically add all files to the commit

03:09Creating aliases in git config to shorten commonly used commands

05:15Updating the latest commit message or adding new files using the 'git amend' flag

06:58Identifying the commit that introduced a bug using 'git bisect'

07:58Temporarily saving and removing changes with 'git stash'

09:39Changing the default branch name in Git

10:27Making the Git log output more readable with options