How I Resolve Merge Conflicts Easily

How I Resolve Merge Conflicts Easily

Merge conflicts happen when Git can’t automatically combine changes from different people. It’s not scary — it just means Git needs you to decide which changes to keep.

Steps I Follow to Resolve Conflicts

1. Check the conflicted files
   Git will tell you which files have conflicts after a merge or pull.

2. Open the files and look for conflict markers
   You’ll see things like <<<<<<< HEAD, =======, and >>>>>>> branch-name.

3. Decide which changes to keep
   You can keep your changes, the other person’s changes, or combine both.

4. Remove the conflict markers
   Make sure the file looks exactly how you want it after merging.

5. Save the file
   Confirm that it works and nothing is broken.

6. Stage the resolved files

   git add <file-name>
   

7. Commit the merge git commit

8. Continue working normally Pull, push, or merge as usual.

Quick Tips Communicate with teammates if unsure which changes to keep. Keep commits small and pull often — fewer conflicts that way. Don’t panic — conflicts are just Git asking for guidance.

Resolving merge conflicts is easy once you know the steps. Follow them carefully, and Git will never feel intimidating again.

Happy Coding!! -Vikas :)

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