How can I recover deleted files in Git?

How can I recover deleted files in Git?

You can recover deleted files in Git using the git checkout command or by using the reflog. Which method would you like to know more about?

Can you explain how to use the reflog?

Sure! The reflog records updates to the tip of branches. You can view it by running git reflog. Find the commit hash of the deleted file, then use git checkout <commit_hash> -- <file_path> to recover it.

What if I don't see the file in the reflog?

If the file isn't in the reflog, you might need to check if it was committed before deletion. If it was, you can still recover it from the last commit.

Is there a way to prevent accidental deletions in the future?

Yes! You can use git stash to save changes temporarily or set up a pre-commit hook to warn you before deleting files.