Git Command Reference

EBRAINS conventions for Git version control.

Quick Links

• Git Commit Reference - Conventional commit format, types, scopes, and examples
• Git Branching Reference - Branch naming conventions and workflow
• Git Tagging Reference - Semantic versioning and release tags
• Git Commands Cheatsheet - Common commands quick reference

Overview

EBRAINS uses standardized Git conventions to ensure consistent version control across all projects:

• Conventional Commits - Structured commit messages that enable automated changelog generation
• Semantic Versioning - Clear version numbering that communicates the impact of changes
• Branch Naming - Consistent branch names that indicate purpose and scope
• Tag Management - Proper release tagging for version tracking

Getting Started

If you’re new to EBRAINS Git workflows, start here:

1. First Contribution Tutorial - Complete walkthrough of making your first contribution
2. How to Git Commit - Step-by-step guide to proper commits
3. Version Your Project Tutorial - Learn semantic versioning

Quick Examples

Create Feature Branch

Commit Changes

Create Release Tag

Push Changes

External Resources

• Git Official Documentation
• Conventional Commits Specification
• Semantic Versioning Specification
• GitLab Git Documentation