How to use‘ git checkout ‘ in GIT
This method is suitable when you only want to discard uncommitted changes and don’t need to revert to a specific commit.
- Identify Files :
If you want to discard changes only for specific files, use the following command, replacing <filename> with the actual filename:
git checkout <filename>
This command is used to update your working directory based on a specific reference (usually a branch or commit).
- for example :
- Discard All Changes:
To discard unstaged changes for the entire working directory, use this command:
git checkout .
‘ . ‘ : Represents the current directory, indicating all files should be reverted.
How to Revert Local Changes in Git Repository to a Previous State?
Git is the foundation upon which all version control systems are built and it helps developers manage their changes. However, people always make mistakes and you may want to discard your local coding changes. This article will explain different approaches to reverting your local hacks back to your git classifier and restore some experts before then.
Table of Content
- What are Local Changes?
- Approach 1: Using ‘ git checkout ‘
- Approach 2: Using ‘ git reset ‘
- Choosing the Right Approach
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