Git - Remote Repositories
Which of the following is the correct syntax to pull changes from the remote branch named
main?Which of the following is the correct syntax to pull changes from the remote branch named main?
easy📝 Syntax Q12 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify the correct order of arguments
The syntax for pulling from a remote branch isgit pull <remote> <branch>. Here,originis the remote andmainis the branch.Step 2: Confirm the command meaning
git pull origin maindownloads and merges changes from themainbranch on theoriginremote.Final Answer:
git pull origin main -> Option AQuick Check:
git pull remote branch = git pull origin main [OK]
Quick Trick: Remember: git pull remote branch [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Swapping remote and branch names
- Using git push instead of git pull
- Using git fetch which only downloads
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