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Discover how to revert a Git repository to a specific commit effortlessly. Learn the steps to clean up your branch after multiple pull/merge requests!
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Repairing Your Git Repository: How to Revert to a Previous Commit with Confidence

Working with Git can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you find yourself in a tangled mess of multiple merge conflicts and unnecessary changes. Imagine putting in a lot of effort, only to realize you've made a series of mistakes due to repeated pull and merge requests. If you ever find yourself needing to revert to a previous commit, you're not alone! This guide is here to help you navigate this situation.

Understanding the Problem

You’ve made several pull requests on your this_variable branch, accumulate changes that you no longer want. For example, the commit 92e4013f73 is a stable point in your code, and you wish to revert back to this state—getting rid of the mess your recent merges have created. This scenario is common, especially for those who are still getting the hang of Git. But fear not! We have a clear solution to help you clean up your repository.

Steps to Revert Your Repository

To revert your repository to a specific commit, you’ll need to follow a few straightforward steps. It’s essential to ensure that you don’t have unsaved work, as the process will reset your current branch changes.

Prerequisites

Ensure no work in progress: Make sure there are no files currently being modified, as these changes will be lost.

Single-user environment: Confirm you’re the only one working on the this_variable branch so you can force push it back to the origin.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Navigate to Your Repository
First, you need to open your terminal and change the directory to where your Git repository is located.

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Switch to the Target Branch
Use the git switch command to change to the branch you want to reset.

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Reset the Branch to the Desired Commit
Reset your branch to the commit you want to revert to. In this case, we are resetting it to the dev branch, which is the stable point.

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Push the Changes Forcefully
Since you made changes to the branch, you’ll need to push these changes back to the remote repository. This will overwrite the this_variable branch in the origin repository.

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Final Thoughts

After following the steps above, you will have successfully reverted your branch this_variable back to the state of the dev branch, discarding all unwanted merges and changes. This cleanup allows you to start afresh and reapply your changes, ensuring your work is back on track without the confusion of prior commits.

Don’t forget that using git reset --hard is a potent command. Use it with caution! If you are working in a collaborative environment, always inform your team members before you perform force pushes.

In conclusion, reverting to a previous commit with Git can feel like a daunting task, but with the right steps, you can efficiently manage your repository. Happy coding!