Git Lite

Git Lite simplifies version control for dbt™ projects. It provides a purpose-built Git workflow that keeps you in sync with your main branch, perfect for users new to Git or those who prefer a streamlined interface.

You can choose between Git Lite and Git Advanced in your IDE preferences

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Branch Management

Create or switch Branches

Create a new branch to start working on features or fixes without affecting the main branch.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Click the Git icon in the left panel of the Code IDE

2. Select "Create Branch" from the menu

3. Enter your branch name (use descriptive names like "feature-user-dashboard")

4. Click "Create Branch" to create and switch to your new branch

Paradime will always create a new branch from your remote main/master branch. If switching to an existing branch Paradime will automatically switch branch using your remote selected branch.

Switching Branches

Move between different branches to work on various features or review changes.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Click the Git Lite icon (🪄) in the left panel of the Code IDE

2. Click the branch dropdown to see available branches

3. Use the search bar to find your branch if you have many

4. Select the branch name to switch to it

Branch list updates automatically every 30 minutes. Click the refresh button to update manually.

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Working with Changes

Keeping Branches Updated

Git Lite automatically checks if your branch is behind your remote branch and/or your main/master branch. This check happens:

• After each commit you make

• When you click the refresh button manually

• When you switch between branches

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Click the Git icon in the left panel of the Code IDE

2. Click the refresh icon in the status section

Committing Changes

When you have file changes you want to commit, follow these instructions.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Click the Git icon in the left panel of the Code IDE

2. Review your changed files shown in the panel

3. Enter a clear commit message describing what you changed

4. Click "Commit and Push" to save and upload your changes

You can also discard all changes by clicking on the Discard Changes button.

How it works

Git Lite automatically:

• Commits your changes with the provided message

• Pushes changes to your remote branch

• Pulls and merges remote changes if your branch is behind

• Keeps you in sync without manual intervention

Open Pull Request

Create a pull request to propose merging your changes into the main branch.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Click the Git icon in the left panel of the Code IDE

2. Ensure all changes are committed by clicking "Commit and Push" first

3. Click "Open Pull Request" (only enabled when branch is clean)

4. Complete the pull request in your Git provider interface

Reverting Commits

Undo your last commit if you need to fix something or made an error.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Click the Git icon in the left panel of the Code IDE

2. Click "Revert Commit" in the top right corner of the Git Lite panel

3. Review the commit details shown in the dialog

4. Click "Continue" to revert the last commit

You will see in the dialog the commit details include the commit message, click on continue to complete the operation.

Merge Conflicts

When merge conflicts occur, Git Lite provides tools to help you resolve them easily.

For detailed instructions on resolving merge conflicts, see our merge conflict documentation.