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What is one of the main advantages of using version control systems?
What is one of the main advantages of using version control systems?
- Allows parallel collaboration on branches (correct)
- Improves hardware compatibility
- Reduces code visibility among team members
- Eliminates the need for backups
Which version control system is characterized by a 'single point of failure'?
Which version control system is characterized by a 'single point of failure'?
- Local Version Control System (LVCS)
- Concurrent Version System (CVS)
- Distributed Version Control System (DVCS)
- Centralized Version Control System (CVCS) (correct)
What functionality does the command 'diff' provide in version control?
What functionality does the command 'diff' provide in version control?
- Manages user permissions
- Shows differences between two text files (correct)
- Compresses file sizes
- Encrypts files
What is a common disadvantage of using Local Version Control Systems (LVCS)?
What is a common disadvantage of using Local Version Control Systems (LVCS)?
Which advantage is associated with Distributed Version Control Systems (DVCS)?
Which advantage is associated with Distributed Version Control Systems (DVCS)?
What is a drawback of using Centralized Version Control Systems (CVCS)?
What is a drawback of using Centralized Version Control Systems (CVCS)?
Why might developers struggle initially with Distributed Version Control Systems?
Why might developers struggle initially with Distributed Version Control Systems?
Which of the following is an example of a Distributed Version Control System?
Which of the following is an example of a Distributed Version Control System?
What is the primary method by which Git saves versions of files?
What is the primary method by which Git saves versions of files?
What is one of the advantages of using a distributed version control system like Git?
What is one of the advantages of using a distributed version control system like Git?
How does Git handle unchanged files to optimize storage?
How does Git handle unchanged files to optimize storage?
Why is having a central repository beneficial in practice, even though Git can function without it?
Why is having a central repository beneficial in practice, even though Git can function without it?
What enables Git's ability to handle version storage efficiently?
What enables Git's ability to handle version storage efficiently?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of using Git?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of using Git?
As of January 2023, how many developers were reported to be using GitHub?
As of January 2023, how many developers were reported to be using GitHub?
What is a common challenge faced by developers using a distributed version control system like Git?
What is a common challenge faced by developers using a distributed version control system like Git?
What command retrieves new data from a remote repository and may cause conflicts with the working copy?
What command retrieves new data from a remote repository and may cause conflicts with the working copy?
What is the purpose of using merge requests in collaborative projects?
What is the purpose of using merge requests in collaborative projects?
Which command would you use to remove a connection to an existing remote repository?
Which command would you use to remove a connection to an existing remote repository?
When you clone a repository, what is the name of the default connection created?
When you clone a repository, what is the name of the default connection created?
What is the correct syntax for adding a new remote repository connection in Git?
What is the correct syntax for adding a new remote repository connection in Git?
What command lists the current remote repositories linked to a local repository?
What command lists the current remote repositories linked to a local repository?
What is a fork in Git?
What is a fork in Git?
Which operation would directly send modified data from the local repository to a remote repository?
Which operation would directly send modified data from the local repository to a remote repository?
What is the command used to initialize a git repository in an existing directory?
What is the command used to initialize a git repository in an existing directory?
Which of the following states indicates that a file has been tracked and modified but not yet committed?
Which of the following states indicates that a file has been tracked and modified but not yet committed?
What does the command 'git commit -am "my comment"' do?
What does the command 'git commit -am "my comment"' do?
Which command is used to check the current status of files in a git repository?
Which command is used to check the current status of files in a git repository?
What must be done to share committed files with other repositories?
What must be done to share committed files with other repositories?
What command displays the revision history of commits in a git repository?
What command displays the revision history of commits in a git repository?
Which command marks a modified file so that its changes can be added to the next commit snapshot?
Which command marks a modified file so that its changes can be added to the next commit snapshot?
In git terminology, what does the term 'untracked' refer to?
In git terminology, what does the term 'untracked' refer to?
What does the 'git diff' command show?
What does the 'git diff' command show?
What would a file labeled as 'staged' indicate in git?
What would a file labeled as 'staged' indicate in git?
Which command is suitable for tracking a new file in a git repository?
Which command is suitable for tracking a new file in a git repository?
What does it mean to 'push' changes in git?
What does it mean to 'push' changes in git?
Which of the following is NOT a command for interacting within a local repository?
Which of the following is NOT a command for interacting within a local repository?
What type of files are indicated by the term 'committed' in git?
What type of files are indicated by the term 'committed' in git?
What does a blob in Git represent?
What does a blob in Git represent?
What is the purpose of a tree object in Git?
What is the purpose of a tree object in Git?
What is the role of the commit object in Git?
What is the role of the commit object in Git?
What does the command 'git branch -d [branch name]' do?
What does the command 'git branch -d [branch name]' do?
How does Git manage changes to branches?
How does Git manage changes to branches?
What is a fast-forward merge in Git?
What is a fast-forward merge in Git?
What happens in a merge conflict during a Git merge?
What happens in a merge conflict during a Git merge?
What command is used to create a new branch and switch to it immediately?
What command is used to create a new branch and switch to it immediately?
What is the primary function of a remote repository?
What is the primary function of a remote repository?
What command would you use to retrieve new data from a remote repository without merging it into your working copy?
What command would you use to retrieve new data from a remote repository without merging it into your working copy?
What happens when you run 'git checkout main' after making a commit in a branch?
What happens when you run 'git checkout main' after making a commit in a branch?
What does the HEAD pointer indicate in Git?
What does the HEAD pointer indicate in Git?
What is the default name for the primary branch in a Git repository?
What is the default name for the primary branch in a Git repository?
What command is used to create a new branch named bugfix123 from the main branch?
What command is used to create a new branch named bugfix123 from the main branch?
Which command is used to stage changes before committing?
Which command is used to stage changes before committing?
What should you do if the remote repository has changed before you push your changes?
What should you do if the remote repository has changed before you push your changes?
Which command merges the bugfix123 branch into the main branch locally?
Which command merges the bugfix123 branch into the main branch locally?
After making changes, what is the correct command to create a commit with a message?
After making changes, what is the correct command to create a commit with a message?
What is the purpose of a pull request in the git workflow?
What is the purpose of a pull request in the git workflow?
What is the result of executing 'git checkout main && git pull'?
What is the result of executing 'git checkout main && git pull'?
If you encounter a conflict after merging, what should be done?
If you encounter a conflict after merging, what should be done?
Flashcards
Version Management
Version Management
A system for tracking changes to files or code over time, allowing for easy rollback to previous versions and collaboration among developers.
Git
Git
A distributed version control system that allows for efficient collaboration and management of code changes among multiple developers.
Why use version control?
Why use version control?
To allow stepping back to previous stable versions, track changes, facilitating teamwork, and ensuring project integrity.
Diff
Diff
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Local Version Control System (LVCS)
Local Version Control System (LVCS)
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Centralized Version Control System (CVCS)
Centralized Version Control System (CVCS)
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Distributed Version Control System (DVCS)
Distributed Version Control System (DVCS)
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Versioning systems
Versioning systems
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Centralized repository
Centralized repository
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Local VCS
Local VCS
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Centralized VCS
Centralized VCS
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Distributed VCS
Distributed VCS
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Git's Storage Method
Git's Storage Method
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Git's Popularity (2023)
Git's Popularity (2023)
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Central Repository in Git
Central Repository in Git
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Benefits of Version Control
Benefits of Version Control
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Git Blob
Git Blob
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Git Tree
Git Tree
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Git Commit
Git Commit
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Git Branch
Git Branch
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Git Merge
Git Merge
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Git HEAD
Git HEAD
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Remote Repository
Remote Repository
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Git Clone
Git Clone
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Git Fetch
Git Fetch
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Git Pull
Git Pull
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git pull
git pull
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git push
git push
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Merge Requests
Merge Requests
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Fork
Fork
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Pull Request
Pull Request
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git remote
git remote
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git remote -v
git remote -v
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git remote add
git remote add
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git remote rm
git remote rm
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git remote rename
git remote rename
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git remote show
git remote show
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Remote Repository
Remote Repository
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Local Repository
Local Repository
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Git Init
Git Init
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Git Add
Git Add
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Git Commit
Git Commit
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Git Status
Git Status
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Git Diff
Git Diff
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Git Log
Git Log
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Untracked File
Untracked File
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Modified File
Modified File
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Staged File
Staged File
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Committed File
Committed File
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Push command
Push command
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Merge Request
Merge Request
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Staging changes (Git)
Staging changes (Git)
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Git Commit
Git Commit
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Git Pull
Git Pull
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Git Push
Git Push
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Branching (Git)
Branching (Git)
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Main Branch (Git)
Main Branch (Git)
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Pull Request
Pull Request
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Git Checkout (branch)
Git Checkout (branch)
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Git Merge
Git Merge
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Git checkout main
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Git checkout -b <branchName>
Git checkout -b <branchName>
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Study Notes
Software Engineering - Version Management with Git
- Git is a version management tool for software projects, part of software engineering.
- Versioning files allows going back to stable versions for corrections.
- It keeps a record of all operations, including who made what changes and when.
- Versioning facilitates teamwork by managing file locks and conflicts.
- It guarantees file security, integrity, availability, and confidentiality.
Versioning Systems
- Versioning systems are based on "diff," comparing differences between files.
- "Diff" has existed since the origin of Unix.
- It allows for viewing differences and making changes to files.
- Diff works with both text files and folders using the "diff" command in a terminal and in IDEs.
Version Control Systems (VCS)
- Different types of VCS exist:
- Local Version Control System (LVCS)
- Centralized Version Control System (CVCS)
- Distributed Version Control System (DVCS)
- Examples of VCS: CVS (1990), Subversion (2000)
- Some French terms exist: Logiciel de gestion de version (LGV), Système de gestion de Version (SGV)
Local Version Control System (LVCS)
- Simple system where the version history is stored locally on one computer
- Can be prone to errors.
- Difficult to collaborate with others.
- Examples include SCCS (1972), RCS (1982).
Centralized Version Control System (CVCS)
- Centralized system for collaborative working.
- One central database stores all versions.
- One 'single point of failure' (network problem, hard disk failure means backups are needed)
- Collaboration requires communication with the central server.
- Examples include CVS (1990), Subversion (2000).
Distributed Version Control System (DVCS)
- Facilitates offline work, making copies locally.
- Each copy is a complete backup of the project, aiding offline functionality.
- Easier to collaborate than CVCS since each developer can work independently.
- Synchronization occurs when desired.
- Examples include Git (2005), Mercurial.
How Versions Are Stored
- The complete project isn't stored every time; only changes are recorded.
- Local/centralized VCS stores all files initially and then tracks changes (delta-based).
- Distributed VCS (like Git) uses delta compression and stores files only once, saving only file differences.
- Git stores snapshots of a miniature filesystem.
- Unchanged files are linked to previous identical files.
Why Git?
- GitHub has over 100 million developers and more than 372 million repositories (2023).
- Git is the world's largest source code host.
- Git offers a complete backup of the project stored in each copy.
Git in Practice
- In practice, a centralized repository (e.g., on GitHub, GitLab) is often used for collaboration, facilitating a centralized point of truth for all developers.
- Git provides independence for developers but requires coordination during merges.
Git Benefits
- Work Offline: sync your local repository later, simplifying your work wherever you have access to internet.
- Code Comparison: easily compare versions over time.
- Undo Changes: revert to older, more stable versions quickly.
- Secure Storage: hard to lose information due to how Git saves versions.
Git Principles
- Each developer has a local copy (a "clone") of the repository.
- Multiple commands (e.g., add, commit, status, log, etc.) manage operations in local repositories.
- Synchronization commands facilitate communication between local and remote repositories.
- Branching and tagging organize different work stages and versions.
Local File Status in Git
- Untracked: file not managed by Git.
- Modified: file tracked by Git, changed but not stashed.
- Staged: modified file marked for next commit snapshot.
- Committed: file stored in local Git repository.
Sharing Committed Files
- Committed files remain local.
- Sharing is done with "push" or "merge request".
- Sharing allows collaboration with other repositories.
Local Repository Management - Commands
- General format:
git <command> [options] - Commands include
init,add,commit,status,diff, andlog. They help manage your local Git repository.
Demo 1 & 2
- Demonstrates how to use basic Git commands, initializing a repository, adding files, managing commits, and modifying files.
What a Version Contains
- Blobs: store only file content as raw bytes.
- Trees: list directory content and link to individual blobs.
- Commits: store snapshots, metadata, and a pointer to the parent commit, enabling versioning.
Successive Commits
- Each commit points to its parent commit to enable reversion to earlier versions.
Branches
- Branches are used to organize developments.
- Feature development occurs on separate branches.
- Stable features are then merged into the main branch.
Git Branching Commands
- Include
git branch,git checkout,git merge, and more. These manage branches, switching between them, and merging changes.
Merging Branches
- Fast forward merge: one branch ahead of another, easily merged.
- Complex merge: multiple branches diverged, involving merging commits using
git mergepotentially causing conflicts.
Remote Repository
- Remote repositories (hosted on platforms like GitHub or GitLab) allow storing projects and enabling centralized collaboration.
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of version management in software engineering, focusing on Git as a tool. Learn about versioning systems, the concept of 'diff', and various types of Version Control Systems (VCS) used in software projects. Test your knowledge on how these concepts facilitate teamwork and file management.
