How do I delete a branch in Git?

How do I delete a branch in Git?

You can delete a branch in Git using the command git branch -d branch_name for a safe delete or git branch -D branch_name for a force delete.

What's the difference between -d and -D?

The -d option deletes the branch only if it has been fully merged, while -D forces the deletion regardless of its merge status.

Can I delete a remote branch as well?

Yes, to delete a remote branch, use the command git push origin --delete branch_name.

Is there a way to recover a deleted branch?

If you haven't pruned your reflog, you can recover a deleted branch using git reflog to find the commit and then create a new branch from it.