How do I remove a Git submodule?

How do I remove a Git submodule from my repository?

To remove a Git submodule, you can follow these steps: 1. Delete the relevant section from the .gitmodules file. 2. Run git rm --cached path/to/submodule to unstage the submodule. 3. Delete the submodule's files from your working directory.

What if I want to completely delete the submodule's history?

To completely remove the submodule's history, you can use git filter-branch or git rebase to rewrite the commit history. However, be cautious as this can affect your repository's integrity.

Is there a way to remove all submodules at once?

Yes, you can remove all submodules by running a script that iterates through each submodule listed in .gitmodules and applies the removal steps for each one.

Can I just delete the submodule folder manually?

While you can delete the folder manually, it's important to also remove it from the .gitmodules file and unstage it with git rm --cached to avoid issues in your repository.