Creating a New Branch Based on an Existing Branch
To create a new branch based on an existing branch, first, switch to that branch, then create the new branch. Replace existing-branch
with the name of the branch you want to base your new branch on, and new-branch-name
with the desired new branch name.
git checkout existing-branch
git checkout -b new-branch-name
How to Create a New Branch in Git?
Git is a powerful and widely used version control system that helps developers manage code changes across projects efficiently. One of the fundamental features of Git is branching, which allows developers to diverge from the main line of development and work on different tasks or features independently. This guide will walk you through the process of creating a new branch in Git, providing detailed explanations and practical examples.
Table of Content
- What is a Git Branch
- Why Use Branches
- Creating a New Branch Based on the Current HEAD
- Creating a New Branch Based on an Existing Branch
- Creating a New Branch from a Specific Commit
- Creating a New Branch from a Specific Tag
- Creating a New Branch from a Remote Branch
- Creating a New Branch in a Remote Repository
- Conclusion