Transform your Git workflow with Claude Code’s intelligent version control capabilities. From writing perfect commit messages to handling complex merge conflicts, Claude acts as your Git expert, making version control conversational and error-free.
What Claude Can Do
Claude handles 90%+ of Git operations through natural language:
Start with understanding your current state:
> What files have I changed?
> Show me the diff for the authentication module
> What's the status of my repository?
> Have I modified any test files?Claude will run git status, git diff, and other commands to give you a clear picture.
> Commit my changes with a descriptive messageClaude will:
git status to see what’s changed> Stage only the authentication files and commit them
> Add all TypeScript files and commit with message about refactoring> Help me selectively stage changes for different commits
> I want to split these changes into logical commitsClaude can use git add -p to help you stage specific hunks.
Claude writes commit messages that follow best practices:
Claude's Commit Message Format
feat(auth): implement OAuth2 login flow
- Add Google OAuth provider configuration- Create callback handler for OAuth responses- Update user model to store OAuth tokens- Add error handling for failed authentications
Closes #123> Create a new feature branch for the payment integration
> Switch to the development branch
> Create a hotfix branch from main for the login bugClaude understands branch naming conventions and will suggest appropriate names:
feature/payment-integrationhotfix/login-validationbugfix/user-profile-errorList and analyze branches
> Show me all branches and which ones can be deleted> Which branches have been merged already?Clean up branches
> Delete all branches that have been merged to main> Clean up old feature branchesCompare branches
> What's the difference between main and develop?> Show me commits in this branch that aren't in mainWhen conflicts arise, Claude becomes invaluable:
> Help me resolve these merge conflicts
> The merge conflict in AuthService.ts is confusing, explain it
> Resolve conflicts favoring the feature branch changesClaude's Conflict Resolution Process
> Clean up the last 5 commits with interactive rebase
> Squash all the "WIP" commits into meaningful commits
> Reorder commits so database migrations come firstClaude will:
> Cherry-pick the authentication fix from the develop branch
> Find the commit that introduced the bug in user.service.ts
> Show me who last modified the payment processing code> Create a pull request for this feature branchClaude will:
> Create a draft PR with a todo list of remaining workPerfect for work-in-progress features.
> Create a PR that fixes issue #456Claude will reference the issue and close it automatically.
Claude generates PR descriptions like:
## SummaryImplements user profile management system with avatar uploads and privacy controls.
## Changes- ✨ Add profile page with edit functionality- 🎨 Implement avatar upload with image processing- 🔒 Add privacy settings (public/private profiles)- 📱 Ensure mobile responsiveness- ✅ Add comprehensive test coverage
## Testing1. Navigate to /profile2. Click "Edit Profile"3. Update fields and upload avatar4. Verify changes persist5. Test privacy toggle
## Screenshots[Profile View][Edit Mode]
## Related IssuesFixes #123Relates to #456
## Checklist- [x] Tests pass- [x] Documentation updated- [x] Follows code style- [x] Mobile testedEnable deeper GitHub integration:
> /install-github-appThis allows Claude to:
> Show me all open issues labeled 'bug'
> Create an issue for the performance problem we found
> Assign issue #789 to me and add it to the sprintWith the GitHub App installed, Claude can:
Start new feature
> Create a feature branch for user notificationsDevelop iteratively
> Commit the notification model changes> Now commit the UI componentsStay updated
> Sync my branch with the latest mainPrepare for merge
> Clean up commits and create a PR# Quick hotfix process> We have a critical bug in production. Create a hotfix branch
> Fix the authentication timeout issue
> Commit and create an urgent PR
> After merge, update develop with the hotfixFor multiple simultaneous tasks:
> Set up a worktree for the payment feature
> Create another worktree for the urgent bugfixWorktree Benefits
# Create worktree> git worktree add ../project-payments feature/payments
# List worktrees> Show me all active worktrees
# Clean up> Remove the completed feature worktree> How has the authentication system evolved over time?
> Show me major changes to the API in the last month
> Who has been working on the payment module?> When was OAuth support added?
> Find commits related to performance improvements
> What changed in version 2.1.0?Git Excellence with Claude
✅ Always review Claude’s commits before pushing
✅ Keep CLAUDE.md updated with commit conventions
✅ Use descriptive prompts for better commit messages
✅ Let Claude handle conflicts but verify the resolution
✅ Leverage Claude for history instead of memorizing Git commands
✅ Create atomic commits by asking Claude to split changes
> I'm in detached HEAD state, how do I fix this?Claude will guide you back to a branch.
> I accidentally reset --hard, can you help me recover?Claude can use git reflog to find lost commits.
> My push is rejected, what should I do?Claude will diagnose and suggest solutions.
Essential Git Commands via Claude
# Status and changes> What have I changed?> Show uncommitted changes
# Commits> Commit with a good message> Amend the last commit
# Branches> Create feature branch> Merge develop into my branch
# History> Show recent commits> Find when bug was introduced
# Collaboration> Create PR for review> Update from mainMaster more advanced topics:
Remember: Claude transforms Git from a command-line tool into a conversational experience. Instead of memorizing commands, just describe what you want to achieve, and Claude handles the Git complexity while you focus on development.