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Git Tag Release

Tagging a Release

Git tag release marks a version with git tag -a.

Understanding Git Tags

Git tags are a way to mark specific points in your repository’s history as being important. Typically, they are used to mark release points (e.g., v1.0, v2.0) in a project. A tag is like a branch that doesn’t change – it’s a snapshot of a commit.

Creating an Annotated Tag

Annotated tags are stored as full objects in the Git database. They contain the tagger's name, email, date, and have a tagging message. This is the recommended type of tag if you want to include additional information about the tag.

Listing Tags

After creating tags, you might want to list them to verify their creation or manage them. Use the following command to list all the tags in your repository:

Viewing Tag Details

To view details about a specific tag, you can use the git show command. This will display the tagger's information, the tag message, and the commit details associated with the tag.

Pushing Tags to Remote Repository

By default, tags are not sent to the remote repository when you push commits. You need to explicitly push tags to share them with others.

Deleting a Tag

If you need to delete a tag, either locally or from the remote repository, you can use the following commands:

Lightweight Tags

Unlike annotated tags, lightweight tags are more like a branch that doesn’t change. They are simply a name for a specific commit and contain no other information.

In summary, Git tags are a powerful way to mark specific points in your project’s history and are essential for managing releases efficiently. Whether using annotated or lightweight tags, understanding how to effectively create, push, and manage them can significantly enhance your version control workflow.

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