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Using command line

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Using command line

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- One way to use Git is with the command line tool. If you haven't used the command line before, it does take a little practice. Because instead of clicking on an icon to open a program or dragging a folder to move it to another location, each action requires typing out a specific command. It's kind of like writing your own code rather than using drag-and-drop software. Command line tools, such as Terminal on a Mac and PowerShell on Windows, don't have any graphical representations, such as buttons, instead, all the interactions are based on typing out specific commands. While not required for using Git, many developers prefer the command line because, in some cases, it may be easier or more flexible for performing certain actions. Even if you decide to use the Gooey, it's good to have a general understanding of how Git works using the command line. Plus, the command line is the only place you can run all the Git commands. Git gooeys provide useful visualizations for many Git…

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