What are some good templates for Git commit messages?

What are some good templates for Git commit messages?

Here are a few templates you can use for Git commit messages:

1. feat: [description] - for new features
2. fix: [description] - for bug fixes
3. docs: [description] - for documentation changes
4. style: [description] - for formatting changes (no code change)
5. refactor: [description] - for code changes that neither fix a bug nor add a feature.

Can you give me an example of each template?

Sure! Here are examples for each template:

1. feat: add user authentication
2. fix: resolve crash on login
3. docs: update README with installation instructions
4. style: format code with Prettier
5. refactor: simplify user model logic.

What should I avoid in commit messages?

Avoid vague messages like 'fixed stuff' or 'changes made'. Be specific about what was changed and why.

How long should a commit message be?

A good rule of thumb is to keep the subject line under 50 characters and the body under 72 characters per line.