Git 3.0 Defaults to "main" Branch Instead of "master
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- #Software Development
- #Git
- #Version Control
- Git 2.52 released as part of the path toward Git 3.0, expected by end of 2026.
- Begins SHA1-SHA256 interoperability work for Git 3.0, aiming for smooth transition.
- Default branch name to change from 'master' to 'main' in Git 3.0; hints added in 2.52 to assist users.
- Introduces new sub-commands: 'git repo' for repository characteristics and 'git last-modified' for commit history.
- Includes various performance improvements, fixes, and incremental updates.
- Full details available in the release announcement and GitHub Blog.