Checking Remote Branches
Remote branches are branches hosted on remote repositories such as GitHub or GitLab. They allow collaboration among team members working on the same project.
- Use the git branch -a command to list both local and remote branches
- Alternatively, use git branch –remote to list only remote branches.
Execute one of the following commands:
git branch -a
Output
git branch --remote
Output
How to Check Branch in Git?
In Git, branches are independent lines of development that allow you to work on features or fixes without affecting the main codebase. Checking branches is important for managing project history, coordinating collaboration, and ensuring smooth development workflows. This article will walk you through the various approaches and commands to check branches in Git.