Keeping Submodules Up-to-Date
Submodules do not automatically update when you pull changes from the main repository. You need to update them manually to match the commits referenced in the parent repository.
Checking Submodule Status
To see the status of your submodules:
git submodule status
This command shows the current commit of each submodule.
Updating Submodules
After pulling changes from the main repository, you might need to update the submodules:
git submodule update --recursive
This ensures all submodules are updated to the commits specified in the main repository.
How to Clone Git Repositories Including Submodules?
Git submodules are repositories embedded inside another repository. They allow you to incorporate external projects into your repository at a specific commit, giving you precise control over their versions. Cloning a repository with submodules requires a few extra steps to ensure the submodules are initialized and updated correctly. This article will guide you through the process of cloning a Git repository that includes submodules, explaining the necessary commands and best practices.
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