Understanding Git - Behind the Command Line

Explore the inner workings of Git in this 51-minute conference talk from NDC Conferences. Delve into the fundamental concepts and object model that power Git's version control system. Learn how Git tracks changes, manages history, and structures repositories. Discover the intricacies of commits, delta chains, and object counting. Gain insights into maintaining a readable history and leveraging Git's flexibility for various workflows. Through practical examples and a comprehensive overview, master the complexities behind Git's command line interface and unlock its full potential for efficient version control.

Intro
Git is hard
Git tracks
Git history
Git Repository
Metadata
History
Commit
Delta Chain
Counting Objects
What is Git
Keeping your history readable
Freedom of workflow
Example
Summary