Branching
Branching allows you to create, manage, and work with multiple versions of your project configuration.
Use branches to experiment, develop features, or collaborate safely without affecting the main configuration.
Use Cases
Feature Development: Work on new features in a separate branch without affecting the main or production configuration. This allows for safe experimentation and testing.
Bug Fixes and Hotfixes: Quickly patch issues by creating a branch from the current state, applying the fix, and merging it back when ready.
Experimentation: Try out new ideas, settings, or integrations in an isolated branch. If the experiment is successful, merge it; if not, simply delete the branch.
Collaboration: Multiple team members can work on different branches simultaneously, reducing conflicts and making it easier to review and integrate changes.
Release Management: Prepare and test release candidates in dedicated branches before merging them into the main branch for deployment.
Tips for Managing Branches
- Keep branches organized: Use clear and descriptive names for your branches to make it easier to identify their purpose.
- Regularly merge changes: To avoid conflicts, merge changes from the main branch into your working branch frequently.
- Delete unused branches: Once a branch is no longer needed, delete it to keep your repository clean and manageable.
- Test thoroughly: Before merging a branch, ensure all changes are tested to avoid introducing bugs or breaking functionality.