Tags
Static labels attached to specific, important commits in a repository's history, typically used to mark release versions like v1.0.
What it is
A tag is a permanent, unmoving reference to a specific commit. Unlike branches, which move forward as new commits are added, a tag always points to the exact same snapshot. They are heavily used to mark software release points, creating a permanent bookmark for a specific version of the codebase.
When you would use it
You create a tag when you hit a major milestone or release a stable version of your application that you want to easily reference forever.
Common operations
- Marking a stable v2.0 software release.
- Triggering automated deployment pipelines based on new tag creations.
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