What are the differences between git hooks and commit message hooks?

What are the differences between git hooks and commit message hooks?

Git hooks are scripts that run automatically at certain points in the Git workflow, while commit message hooks specifically validate or format commit messages.

Can you give me examples of each type of hook?

Sure! A pre-commit hook can run tests before a commit is made, while a commit-msg hook can check if the commit message follows a specific format.

How do I set up a commit-msg hook?

You can set up a commit-msg hook by creating a script in the .git/hooks/ directory named commit-msg and making it executable.

Are there any tools to help manage these hooks?

Yes, tools like Husky can help manage Git hooks easily by allowing you to define them in your package.json.