Git Diff between Branch Files - Shell/Bash

When working on a project with multiple branches in Git, it's important to keep track of the differences between the files in each branch. This is where the git diff command comes in handy. With git diff, you can compare the contents of two branches or files and see the changes that have been made.

Here's how to use git diff in Shell/Bash:

Comparing Files

To compare two files in different branches, use the following command:

$ git diff <branch_1> <branch_2> -- <file_path>

This command will show the differences between the file at <file_path> in <branch_1> and <branch_2>. The -- in the command separates the file from the rest of the arguments.

Comparing Branches

To compare two branches, use the following command:

$ git diff <branch_1> <branch_2>

This command will show the differences between all the files in <branch_1> and <branch_2>.

Viewing Differences

When you run the git diff command, the output will show the differences between the two branches or files. The lines that have been removed will be preceded by a - and the lines that have been added will be preceded by a +. Here's an example output:

-# Git Diff between Branch Files - Shell/Bash
+# Git Diff between Branches - Shell/Bash

When working on a project with multiple branches in Git, it's important to...

In this example, the first line has been removed (-# Git Diff between Branch Files - Shell/Bash) and the second line has been added (+# Git Diff between Branches - Shell/Bash).

Conclusion

Using git diff in Shell/Bash is a powerful way to compare files and branches in your Git repository. By using this command, you can track changes and make sure everything is up-to-date with your team's changes.