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A Source Code Commit is a version control commit to a software repository.
- Example(s):
- a Git Commit, or a Subversion Commit.
- a Fixing a bug, for Fixing a bug, which might include changes to one or more source code files, as well as a commit message describing the bug and the changes made to fix it.
- a Adding a new feature commit, for Adding a new feature, which might include the addition of new source code files, as well as changes to existing files. The commit message might describe the new feature and the design decisions that went into its implementation.
- Refactoring code commit, for Refactoring code, which might include changes to many files and a message describe the motivation and changes made.
- Merging branches commit, for Merging branches, which might include changes made to merge different branches together, incorporating the work of multiple developers.
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- See: Database Commit, Lead Time for Change Measure.
References
2023
- chat.openai.com
- Q: What is a Software Code Commit?
- A: A commit, also known as a "revision" or "check-in", is a changeset that is created and added to a version control system. In the context of software development, a code commit refers specifically to the act of adding new or modified source code files to a version control repository. This allows developers to track changes to the codebase over time, collaborate with other developers, and easily revert to earlier versions of the code if necessary. Commits are typically accompanied by a commit message, which is used to provide context and describe the changes that were made.
2023
- chat.openai.com
- Q: Provide some examples of source code commits.
- A: There are many examples of source code commits that can be found in version control systems such as Git or Subversion. Here are a few examples:
- Fixing a bug: A developer might create a commit to fix a specific bug in the code. The commit might include changes to one or more source code files, as well as a commit message describing the bug and the changes made to fix it.
- Adding a new feature: Another developer might create a commit to add a new feature to the codebase. The commit might include the addition of new source code files, as well as changes to existing files. The commit message might describe the new feature and the design decisions that went into its implementation.
- Refactoring code: A developer might create a commit to refactor existing code, improving its structure or performance without adding new functionality. This commit could include changes to many files and a message describe the motivation and changes made.
- Merging branches: When multiple developers are working on the same project and using branches, commits can also include changes made to merge different branches together, incorporating the work of multiple developers.
- These are just a few examples of the types of commits that can be found in a version control system. In general, commits can include any type of change to the codebase, as long as it is tracked and versioned.