Git Reference

This section provides reference material for working with Git in combination with OpenCommit.

Unlike the Getting Started guides, which walk you through tasks step by step, this section focuses on explanations, command references, and more detailed setup instructions.

When to use this section#

Use the Git Reference if you:

• Want a quick explanation of a Git concept
• Need to look up a command or workflow
• Are troubleshooting Git-related issues
• Want more detail than the step-by-step guides provide

If you are new to OpenCommit, start with the Getting Started section instead.

Topics in this section#

• What is Git?
  A brief overview of version control and how it relates to OpenCommit.

• Installing Git
  How to install Git on your system.

• Connecting via SSH
  Detailed setup and troubleshooting for SSH authentication.

• Connecting via HTTPS
  Using access tokens and HTTPS for Git operations.

• Common Commands
  A quick reference for frequently used Git commands.

Git and OpenCommit#

Git runs locally on your computer. OpenCommit is the platform where your repositories are hosted and shared.

Most workflows follow this pattern:

1. Make changes locally using Git
2. Commit those changes
3. Push them to OpenCommit
4. Collaborate using pull requests and issues

For a guided walkthrough, see the Quickstart.