Git How-To

Table of Contents

• How to Set Up a Remote Git Repository Server
  • Overview
  • Architecture
  • Setup the Git Server and Client
  • Testing the Git Server Setup
  • Setup Your First Project on the Git Server
  • Troubleshooting
  • Repository Cleanup and Removal
  • Repository Safety and Self-Contained Nature
  • Backup Git Repositories
• How to Create a New Version in Git
  • Quick Reference
  • Detailed Step-by-Step Process
  • Version Numbering Guidelines
  • Working with Branches (Advanced)
  • Version Control Workflows
  • Choosing the Right Workflow
  • Practical Examples
  • Best Practices
  • Common Scenarios
  • Troubleshooting
  • Automation Ideas
  • Git Configuration for Modern Workflows
• How to Handle “Push Rejected” Conflicts
  • The Problem
  • Why This Happens
  • Quick Assessment Commands
  • Solution Methods (Ranked by Safety)
  • Conflict Resolution Guide
  • Real-World Examples
  • Prevention Strategies
  • Troubleshooting Common Issues
  • Advanced Scenarios
  • Best Practices Summary
  • Quick Reference Cheat Sheet
• How to Migrate from Master to Main Branch
  • Why Migrate?
  • Before You Start
  • Step-by-Step Migration Process
  • Team Member Migration
  • Real Example: Your build-cert Repository
  • Updating References in Files
  • Troubleshooting
  • Post-Migration Checklist
  • Rollback Plan (Just in Case)
  • Benefits After Migration
• Repository Cleanup Before Master-to-Main Migration
  • Overview
  • Quick Assessment Commands
  • Decision Matrix: Keep vs. Delete
  • Step-by-Step Cleanup Process
  • Real-World Examples
  • Automation Script
  • Pre-Migration Checklist
  • Common Patterns to Clean Up
  • After Cleanup
  • Git Configuration Optimization
  • Tips for Multiple Repositories