5.4. Version Control and Collaboration Workflows

Effective Git usage in teams requires more than just knowing commands — it requires understanding workflows that prevent conflicts and maintain code quality. The exam tests practical collaboration patterns: branching strategies, merge conflicts, and code review workflows.

⚠️ Common Misconception: git push sends all local work to the remote. In reality, git push only pushes the currently tracked branch — local-only branches, uncommitted changes, and stashed work stay local. Teammates cannot see your work until you explicitly push each branch.