Git Commit Message Convention #27
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Git commit message convention is a set of guidelines followed by developers to ensure consistency and clarity in their commit messages. Consistent commit messages make it easier to understand the history of a project, track changes, and collaborate effectively. One widely used convention is the "Conventional Commits" format, which structures commit messages in a specific way. Here's a brief overview of the convention:
Type: The type of change being introduced. This could be one of the following:
feat: A new feature
fix: A bug fix
docs: Documentation changes
style: Changes that do not affect the code's functionality (e.g., formatting)
refactor: Code changes that neither fix a bug nor add a feature
test: Adding or modifying tests
chore: Other changes that don't modify src or test files
Scope: The scope of the change, which typically refers to the affected component or module. It's optional but can be helpful for larger projects.
Description: A brief and concise description of the change. It should be clear and informative.
Body: Additional details about the change, including why it was made and any relevant context. This is also optional but can provide valuable information.
Footer: Any additional information, such as references to related issues or pull requests.
Here's an example of a conventional commit message:
By following a consistent commit message convention like Conventional Commits, teams can maintain a clear and organized history of their project's development, making it easier to collaborate and manage changes over time. Additionally, many automated tools and systems can parse commit messages formatted according to this convention for tasks such as generating changelogs or performing semantic versioning.
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