How do I use Git branching effectively?

What is Git branching and why should I use it?

Git branching allows you to create separate lines of development in your project. It's useful for managing features, bug fixes, and experiments without affecting the main codebase.

How do I create a new branch in Git?

You can create a new branch by using the command git branch branch-name. To switch to that branch, use git checkout branch-name.

Can I merge branches? How does that work?

Yes, you can merge branches using git merge branch-name while on the branch you want to merge into. This combines the changes from the specified branch.

What should I do if there are merge conflicts?

If there are merge conflicts, Git will notify you. You'll need to manually resolve the conflicts in the affected files and then commit the changes.