What is 'Version Control' or Git?

Asked by stem_mind · 2 weeks ago

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amorebise · 2 weeks ago Top Answer

Imagine you are writing a long essay for WAEC. You save 'Essay_Final.docx', then 'Essay_Final_v2.docx', then 'Essay_Final_Really_Final.docx'. It's a mess, isn't it?

Git is like a time machine for your code. It keeps track of every change you make. If you make a mistake today, you can easily travel back to how the code was yesterday.

It's also how programmers collaborate. Whether you are in Lagos or London, you can work on the same file without overwriting each other's work. It's an essential skill.

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