How to create a pull request in Git

Creating a pull request in Git involves the following steps. I'll assume you are working with a branch and want to merge changes into another branch, typically from a feature branch to a main branch.

1. Fork the Repository:

   • If you don't have write access to the original repository, fork it on GitHub by clicking the "Fork" button.

2. Clone your Fork:

   • Clone your forked repository to your local machine using the following command:

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     git clone https://github.com/your-username/repository.git
     cd repository
     

3. Create a Branch:

   • Create a new branch for your changes. This helps keep your changes isolated from the main branch:

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     git checkout -b feature-branch
     

4. Make Changes:

   • Make your changes to the code in the new branch.

5. Commit Changes:

   • Commit your changes to the local branch:

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     git add .
     git commit -m "Description of changes"
     

6. Push Changes:

   • Push your changes to your fork on GitHub:

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     git push origin feature-branch
     

7. Create a Pull Request:

   • Go to your fork on GitHub.
   • You should see a notification that you've pushed a new branch. Click on the "Compare & pull request" button.

8. Review and Open Pull Request:

   • Provide a title and description for your pull request.
   • Ensure that the branches you are merging from and to are correct.
   • Click on the "Create pull request" button.

9. Request Reviewers: (Optional)

   • If your project uses code reviews, you can request specific people to review your changes.

10. Address Feedback:

    • If there are comments or changes requested, make the necessary adjustments, commit the changes, and push them to the same branch.

11. Merge Pull Request:

    • Once your changes are approved, you can merge the pull request on GitHub.

12. Delete Branch:

    • After merging, you can delete the feature branch both locally and on GitHub:

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      git checkout main
      git pull origin main
      git branch -d feature-branch
      git push origin --delete feature-branch
      

Now your changes are merged into the main branch. Keep in mind that this is a simplified guide, and the process might vary depending on your specific project and repository settings.