git git branch commands

Here are some common git branch commands, along with explanations of how to use them:

Basic Git Branch Commands

List Branches
To list all branches (both local and remote):
```
git branch
```
To list all branches, including remote ones:
```
git branch -a
```

Create a New Branch
To create a new branch:

git branch <branch-name>

Example:

git branch feature/login

Switch to a Different Branch
To switch to an existing branch:
```
git checkout <branch-name>
```
Example:
```
git checkout feature/login
```
Note: In newer versions of Git, you can use the git switch command:
```
git switch <branch-name>
```
Create and Switch to a New Branch
To create a new branch and immediately switch to it:
```
git checkout -b <branch-name>
```
Or, using the newer command:
```
git switch -c <branch-name>
```
Rename a Branch
To rename the current branch:
```
git branch -m <new-branch-name>
```
To rename a branch that you’re not currently on:
```
git branch -m <old-branch-name> <new-branch-name>
```
Delete a Branch
To delete a local branch:
```
git branch -d <branch-name>
```
If the branch hasn’t been merged, you may need to use -D (force delete):
```
git branch -D <branch-name>
```
Show Branch Details
To show details of the current branch:
```
git status
```
Merge a Branch into the Current Branch
To merge another branch into your current branch:
```
git merge <branch-name>
```
Example:
```
git merge feature/login
```
List Remote Branches
To list all remote branches:
```
git branch -r
```
Delete a Remote Branch
To delete a remote branch:
```
git push origin --delete <branch-name>
```
Push a Branch to Remote
To push a local branch to a remote repository:
```
git push origin <branch-name>
```
Fetch and Update Remote Branches
To fetch all remote branches:
```
git fetch --all
```
Track a Remote Branch
To track a remote branch when you check out a new branch:
```
git checkout --track origin/<branch-name>
```
Or using the newer switch:
```
git switch --track origin/<branch-name>
```

Useful Tips

Check Which Branch You Are On: To check the current branch you’re on:
```
git branch
```
The current branch will have an asterisk (*) next to its name.
Create a Branch from Another Branch
To create a new branch from a specific branch:
```
git checkout -b <new-branch-name> <existing-branch-name>
```
Switch Back to Previous Branch
To switch back to the branch you were on previously:
```
git checkout -
```

These commands will help you navigate, manage, and organize your branches within Git.