How do I resolve merge conflicts in SVN?

How do I resolve merge conflicts in SVN?

To resolve merge conflicts in SVN, you can use the following steps: 1. Update your working copy to get the latest changes. 2. Identify the files with conflicts. 3. Open the conflicted files and look for conflict markers. 4. Manually edit the files to resolve the conflicts. 5. Mark the conflicts as resolved using 'svn resolve'. 6. Commit your changes.

What are conflict markers and how do I identify them?

Conflict markers are special lines added by SVN in the files that have conflicts. They look like this: <<<<<<< HEAD, =======, and >>>>>>>. The lines between these markers show the conflicting changes from different branches.

Can I use any tools to help with resolving conflicts?

Yes, there are several tools you can use, such as TortoiseSVN, which provides a graphical interface for resolving conflicts, or you can use text editors like VSCode that have built-in merge conflict resolution features.

What should I do if I can't resolve the conflicts?

If you can't resolve the conflicts, you can revert the changes to the last working state using 'svn revert', or you can seek help from your team members to understand the changes better.