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Mastering git restore and git switch: The Modern Git Replacements for git checkout

By IT From Zero June 24, 2026

git switch and git restore split git checkout into two separate commands — each doing exactly one thing. Since Git 2.23, the workflow is clearer, less error-prone, and especially beneficial for team collaboration.

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Git bisect: Find the bug-causing commit fast with binary search

By IT From Zero March 3, 2026

Git bisect uses binary search to pinpoint exactly which commit introduced a bug — instead of manually checking each one, you only need about 6 tests for 47 commits. A step-by-step guide from the basics to full automation with scripts, plus a practical workflow drawn from real production projects.