Let's Communally Deprecate `git checkout`

2025-01-09

This article argues for the communal deprecation of the `git checkout` command. The author contends that `git checkout` is overly complex and confusing, especially for beginners. They propose using the clearer `git switch` and `git restore` commands instead. While Git won't remove `git checkout`, the author encourages a community-led shift towards better alternatives to improve the overall Git experience and avoid confusing newcomers.

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