Complete Git Guide: Understand and Master Git and GitHub - Detached HEAD State

The video tutorial explains the concept of a detached head state in Git, how to enter it, and what actions can be performed while in this state. It covers the automatic movement of the head pointer with branch pointers, the process of checking out a specific commit to enter detached head state, and the ability to explore the project at that commit. The tutorial also discusses making experimental commits in this state, the implications of returning to the master branch, and the option to create a new branch to preserve changes. Finally, it highlights the importance of creating a branch to avoid losing commits made in detached head state.

What happens to commits made in a detached head state when you switch branches?

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How can you prevent commits made in a detached head state from being garbage collected?

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