Version Control Systems

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Which of the following is a benefit of using version control systems in software development?

  • Automated code deployment to production servers.
  • Increased risk of losing code due to multiple copies.
  • Simplified debugging process by tracking code changes. (correct)
  • Elimination of the need for software testing.

In a distributed version control system, each developer has a complete copy of the repository, including its history.

True (A)

Explain the difference between git merge and git rebase.

git merge creates a new merge commit, preserving the history of both branches, while git rebase rewrites the project history by moving commits from one branch onto another.

The command git ______ is used to create a new, independent line of development in Git.

<p>branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Git commands with their descriptions:

<p>git clone = Downloads a repository from a remote location. git commit = Records changes to the repository. git push = Uploads local repository content to a remote repository. git pull = Fetches from and integrates with another repository or a local branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a .gitignore file in a Git repository?

<p>To list files that Git should ignore and not track. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A Git 'tag' is a mutable pointer to a specific commit and can be easily changed to point to a different commit.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the staged area (index) in Git and its role in the commit process.

<p>The staging area (or index) is an intermediate area in Git where you prepare changes for the next commit. It allows you to select specific changes from your working directory to include in a commit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The command git ______ <remote> <branch> is used to update your local branch with the latest changes from a remote repository.

<p>pull</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following branching strategies with their descriptions:

<p>Feature Branching = Each new feature is developed in its own branch. Gitflow = A strict branching model around project releases with dedicated branches for features, releases, and hotfixes. Trunk-Based Development = Developers commit directly to the trunk (main) branch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions will undo the last commit, but preserve the changes locally?

<p><code>git reset --soft HEAD~1</code> (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using git stash permanently deletes any uncommitted changes.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe a situation where you would use git cherry-pick.

<p><code>git cherry-pick</code> is used to apply a specific commit from one branch to another, useful when a certain commit is needed but merging the entire branch is not desired.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The command git ______ is used to resolve conflicts that arise during a merge or rebase operation.

<p>resolve</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Git concepts with their definitions:

<p>Head = The currently checked-out commit. Remote = A pointer to another repository. Branch = A lightweight movable pointer to a commit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of git bisect?

<p>To automate the process of finding which commit introduced a bug. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Force-pushing to a shared remote branch is generally considered safe and good practice, especially when multiple developers are collaborating.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Git hooks and how can they be used?

<p>Git hooks are scripts that Git executes before or after events such as commit, push, and receive. They can be used to automate or customize development workflows, such as running tests or linting code.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The command git ______ --amend allows you to modify the last commit.

<p>commit</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Git states with their locations:

<p>Modified = Working Directory Staged = Staging Area/Index Committed = Git Repository</p> Signup and view all the answers

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