Why Untrack a File in Git?

There are several reasons you might want to make a file untracked in Git:

• Configuration files: Local configuration files that shouldn’t be shared with others.
• Build artefacts: Files generated during the build process that don’t need version control.
• Personal notes: Files that are useful for you but irrelevant to the project.

Understanding how to manage tracked and untracked files in Git is essential for maintaining a clean and efficient repository.

Git helps developers to track changes in their code. Sometimes, you might need to make a file untracked in Git, meaning Git will ignore changes to that file. In this article, will walk you through the steps to untrack a file in Git, explaining the concepts and commands you need to use.