git-flow-next is a command-line tool that provides a modern implementation of the Git-flow branching model.
It’s designed to offer a more reliable and flexible alternative to the original git-flow and git-flow-avh tools while maintaining compatibility with existing Git-flow repositories. The software helps teams manage feature, release, hotfix, and support branches with clearer commands, configurable workflows, and improved handling of merge operations.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Implements the Git-flow branching model with support for existing Git-flow repositories.
- Provides configurable branch naming and merge strategies for different team workflows.
- Includes shorthand commands that detect the current topic branch automatically.
- Supports feature, release, hotfix, and support branch workflows.
- Offers clearer error handling and recovery guidance for common Git workflow problems.
- Cross-platform support – runs under Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Website: github.com/gittower/git-flow-next
Support:
Developer: Tower
License: BSD 2-Clause License
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