
9/24/2024 · GitLab
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This post explains the fundamental differences between `git fetch` and `git pull`, detailing their individual functionalities and use cases. It clarifies that `git fetch` downloads changes without merging, allowing for review, while `git pull` combines fetching and merging (or rebasing) into a single operation. It provides guidance on when to use each command, emphasizing the safety of `git fetch` for reviewing changes before integration and the speed of `git pull` for quick synchronization, while also warning about potential merge conflicts.