Get modular with Git submodules

The latest news, tips, and tricks for Git enthusiasts [Git Insiders]( [Get modular with Git submodules]( [Git submodules: what they are and how to use them]( A Git submodule is a record within a host Git repository that points to a specific commit in another external repository. They are a reference to another repository at a particular snapshot in time and allow you to keep a Git repository as a subdirectory of another Git repository. [Learn more]( In case you missed it... [Git subtree: the alternative to Git submodule]( [Git subtree: the alternative to Git submodule]( There are plenty of articles on why you shouldn't use Git submodules. Are there alternatives? The answer is yes! There are (at least) two tools that can help track the history of software dependencies in your project while allowing you to keep using Git: • git subtree • Google repo [Learn more]( [Syncing with Git]( [Syncing with Git]( The git remote command is one piece of the broader system which is responsible for syncing changes. Records registered through the git remote command are used in conjunction with the git fetch, git push, and git pull commands. [Learn more]( [Snyk's The Secure Developer podcast explores cloud security and DevSecOps]( [Snyk's The Secure Developer podcast explores cloud security and DevSecOps]( The Secure Developer podcast delves into best practices about application development and improving your security posture. Hosted by the founder and president of Snyk, Guy Podjarny, more than 100 episodes have been released since 2016. Tune in to learn more about secure development practices and Snyk's Atlassian integrations! --------------------------------------------------------------- [Listen now]( [Read in browser]( • [Privacy policy]( • [Contact us]( • [Read our blog]( • [Join Atlassian Community]( [Facebook]( [LinkedIn]( [Twitter]( Copyright 2022 Atlassian Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. We are located at 341 George Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia [Atlassian]( If you no longer wish to receive these emails, please [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe here](.