This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Rodrigo Veiga
What's a Micro-Commit?
Instead of slamming all your changes into one big commit, break 'em down into tiny ones. So, instead of one massive "I changed everything!" commit, you might do three smaller ones.
Why Bother?
- Keeps Things Clean: Easier to see what changed when and where.
- Less Stress: No more sweating over pushing a huge update. Small steps mean small risks.
- Team Love: Helps your team follow your changes without needing a treasure map.
How to Start:
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Don't Change Much: Just commit more often. Like, if you're tweaking functions for a new library, do:
- "Processing functions now use new lib"
- "Calculations updated for new lib"
- "Logging with new library setup"
- Clear Messages: Tell what and why in your commit messages. It's like leaving breadcrumbs for your future self or your team.
Tools to Help:
- Git: It's built for this. Commit away!
- GitLens: Or similar tools in VSCode show your commits nicely. Even without it, git's basic stuff works.
Try It Out:
Challenge yourself for a week. See if it feels less like a chore and more like a breeze.
Wrap Up:
Micro-commits might seem like more work, but they make your life easier in the long run. Less headache, more control. Give it a shot, and let's talk about it in the comments!
Challenge: Go for it this week, then share how it went!
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Rodrigo Veiga
Rodrigo Veiga | Sciencx (2025-01-02T22:02:48+00:00) Micro-Commits: Why You Should Do ‘Em. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2025/01/02/micro-commits-why-you-should-do-em/
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