git init

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*Creates a `.git` directory for version control.*

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git clone https://github.com/user/repo.git

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*Copies an existing repository locally.*

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git add filename.txt
git add .  # Add all modified files

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*Stages changes to the next commit.*

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git commit -m "Add feature XYZ"

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*Saves staged changes with a message.*

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git branch new-feature
git checkout new-feature  # or git switch new-feature
git merge new-feature      # Merge into main

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*Create branches and integrate changes.*

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git log --oneline        # Concise history
git log -p               # Show diffs
git log --graph          # Visual timeline

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*Track commits and changes.*

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git status

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*View tracked/untracked files.*

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