Complete Git Guide: Understand and Master Git and GitHub - Fast-Forward Merge

The video tutorial explains the concept of branch merging in Git, focusing on the Fast forward merge technique. It describes how changes from a feature branch can be incorporated into the master branch when no new commits have been made in the master branch since the feature branch was created. The tutorial outlines the steps to perform a Fast forward merge, including checking out the master branch and moving the branch pointer. It also discusses post-merge actions, such as deleting the feature branch if no further changes are needed. The video concludes with a preview of the next lecture, where the Fast forward merge will be demonstrated in practice.

What is the main branch in Git commonly referred to as?

• Bugfix branch

• Master or Release branch

• Feature branch

• Development branch

Which of the following is a technique used for merging branches in Git?

• Cherry-pick merge

• Fast forward merge

• Squash merge

• Rebase merge

Under what condition is a Fast forward merge possible?

• When there are no commits in the feature branch

• When the parent commit is the last commit in the master branch

• When the feature branch has more commits than the master branch

• When there are additional commits in the master branch

What happens to the master branch pointer during a Fast forward merge?

• It is moved to the last commit in the feature branch

• It is deleted

• It stays at the same position

• It creates a new commit

What can you do with the feature branch after a successful Fast forward merge if no further changes are needed?

• Create a new branch from it

• Merge it again

• Delete it using Git branch with Dash D option

• Rebase it