Annual reports often feel full of fluff, but the 2024 State of Git Collaboration Report, developed by GitKraken in partnership with JetBrains and drawing on insights from 150,000 developers worldwide, gets straight to the heart of what makes the best development teams stand out in 2024.

Ever felt like you’re juggling too many Git repositories, trying to keep up with pull requests and issues, all while wishing there was a more streamlined way to handle it all from the comfort of your terminal? If that hits close to home, then you’re in for a treat with GitKraken Ambassador Kevin Bost’s deep-dive dive into the GitKraken CLI.

Ever found yourself pondering over the complexities of Git, wishing for a more intuitive experience? You’re in good company. In a recent Unhandled Exception podcast episode with Dan Clarke, Eric Amodio (GitKraken CTO) and Justin Roberts (GitKraken Senior Director of Product) discuss the driving forces behind GitKraken and GitLens, their vision to demystify Git, and how these tools are redefining developer workflows.

Git is an indispensable tool for version control, allowing devs to track and manage changes to their codebase. Alongside Git’s command-line interface (CLI), Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) like GitHub Desktop can simplify the Git experience, making it more accessible to novice and seasoned developers alike.

Managing GitHub Issues and PRs is a core part of developers’ workflow, but sometimes, it feels like an uphill battle. Switching out of a million different tools and tabs, manually tracking issue updates and trying to coordinate with team members on PR reviews can turn what should be a straightforward task into a time-consuming and, often, headache-inducing ordeal.

The command line interface (CLI) has its roots embedded in the early eras of computing, back when storage was measured not in gigabytes, but in square feet of room space. Unlike today’s icon-filled screens, the CLI offers a text-only portal into the depths of a computer, using typed commands to perform operations. This simplicity masked an underlying robustness and efficiency, which has endeared it to generations of developers.

GitHub is the industry standard for version control and collaboration. It’s reliable, it’s robust, and it gets the job done. But here’s the thing: industry standard doesn’t automatically translate to gold standard. So how do today’s top devs elevate their GitHub experience from good to great? They pair it with GitKraken Client. Below are the top five reasons why GitKraken Client is a game-changer for GitHub users.

Let’s dive into the world of pull requests (PRs). They’re the bridges connecting your hard work to the bigger project, facilitating code review, collaboration, and more. But why are they so crucial, and how can tools like GitKraken Client and GitHub take their management to the next level? Keep reading to explore the unique features of both platforms, plus time-saving tips for efficient PR management.

Are Git tasks like rebasing your Git branch or cherry-picking commits causing you headaches? Sometimes, without the right know-how, version control can turn seemingly simple tasks into daunting challenges. And when you’re collaborating among a team, the stakes are even higher. In addition to potentially losing your own code, you can compromise the work of other developers.

For almost a decade, GitKraken has been building developer-first Git productivity tools and services, with one clear goal: to make devs and their teams more effective and efficient. Our journey began with desktop-centric and IDE-based tools like GitKraken Client and GitLens for VS Code, which have both become integral to the workflow for tens of millions of developers. Our tools and capabilities are robust.