Bakht Zamin (Sameer)

Technical Analyst Version Control Process Guide: The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive guide on the version control process for our software development team. This guide will ensure that developers can effectively manage changes, maintain the integrity of the codebase, and facilitate collaboration among team members. Version Control System Overview Our team uses Git as the primary version control system. Git is a distributed version control system that allows multiple developers to work on the same codebase simultaneously without interfering with each other's changes. Branching Strategy:  Main Branch: The main branch is the source of truth for the project and contains the production-ready code.  Development Branch: The development branch serves as the integration branch for features, enhancements, and bug fixes.  Feature Branches: Developers should create feature branches from the development branch for each new feature or significant change. The naming convention for feature branches is feature/. Commit Guidelines:  Commits should be small and focused, encapsulating a single logical change.  Commit messages must be clear and descriptive, explaining the reason for the change.  Use imperative mood in the commit message, e.g., "Add login functionality," not "Added login functionality." Code Review Process Before merging a feature branch into the development branch, a code review must be conducted. This ensures that the code adheres to our coding standards and is free of bugs. The reviewer should:  Verify that the code meets the project's coding standards.  Check for potential bugs or issues.  Ensure that the new code is well-tested. Merge Process Once a feature branch passes the code review, it can be merged into the development branch. Regular merges from the development branch to the main branch are scheduled to deploy the latest changes to production. Conclusion This document outlines the version control process that our team follows to maintain a healthy codebase and ensure efficient collaboration. Adhering to these guidelines will facilitate a smoother development process and higher code quality. Thanks!