Git Basics Explained: What Is Gitignore and What Are Git Commands?

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What is Gitignore?

.gitignore is a configuration file used by Git to specify which files and directories should be excluded from version control. It helps developers avoid committing unnecessary files, temporary files, build outputs, and sensitive environment configurations.

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What are Git Commands?

Git commands are terminal instructions used to manage source code, track changes, create branches, commit updates, and synchronize projects with remote repositories such as GitHub and GitLab.

Create commands easily using the free Git Command Generator