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Version Control Best Practices

Guidelines for effective version control using Git and collaborative development.

Git Workflow

Branching Strategy

  • Use feature branches for new development
  • Maintain a stable main/master branch
  • Implement release branches for production

Commit Guidelines

  • Write clear, descriptive commit messages
  • Make atomic commits (one logical change per commit)
  • Use conventional commit format when appropriate

Collaboration

Pull Requests

  • Create detailed pull request descriptions
  • Request appropriate reviewers
  • Address feedback promptly

Code Reviews

  • Review code for functionality and style
  • Check for security vulnerabilities
  • Ensure tests are included

Repository Management

Branch Protection

  • Protect main branches from direct pushes
  • Require pull request reviews
  • Enforce status checks

Repository Structure

  • Use clear directory organization
  • Include comprehensive README files
  • Maintain .gitignore files

Best Practices

Commit History

  • Keep commit history clean and readable
  • Use interactive rebase when appropriate
  • Avoid merge commits in feature branches

Security

  • Never commit sensitive information
  • Use environment variables for secrets
  • Regularly audit repository access

Tools and Integration

Git Hooks

  • Use pre-commit hooks for code quality
  • Implement pre-push hooks for testing
  • Automate formatting and linting

CI/CD Integration

  • Trigger builds on commits
  • Run automated tests
  • Deploy from protected branches

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