What is git fetch and how does it work?

What is git fetch and how does it work?

Git fetch is a command that downloads commits, files, and references from a remote repository to your local repository without merging them.

How is it different from git pull?

While git fetch only retrieves the data, git pull fetches the data and immediately merges it into your current branch.

When should I use git fetch?

You should use git fetch when you want to see what others have been working on without affecting your local changes.

Can I fetch from multiple remotes?

Yes, you can fetch from multiple remotes by specifying the remote name in the command, like git fetch origin or git fetch upstream.