Git Global vs Local Configuration

Understand the difference between Git global and local configurations, and learn how to set and view them for effective version control management.

Git Global vs Local Configuration: What You Need to Know

Git configuration allows you to customize settings either globally for all repositories or locally for a specific repository. Knowing the difference helps you manage your projects effectively.

Global Configuration

Global settings apply to all repositories on your machine. They are stored in the ~/.gitconfig file.

git config --global user.name \\"Your Name\\"
git config --global user.email \\"you@example.com\\"

Use global config to set defaults you want everywhere.

Local Configuration

Local settings override global ones for a specific repository. These settings are stored in the repository's .git/config file.

git config --local user.name \\"Project Name\\"
git config --local user.email \\"project@example.com\\"

Set local config when different projects require distinct identities or behaviors.

Viewing Configurations

git config --global --list
git config --local --list

View current global or local config values.

Summary

Use global config for machine-wide defaults and local config for repository-specific settings. This flexibility makes Git powerful and adaptable.

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