How can I use Git hooks for debugging my code?

How can I use Git hooks for debugging my code?

You can use Git hooks to automate tasks during the Git workflow. For debugging, you might want to use the pre-commit or post-commit hooks to run tests or linters before code is committed.

Can you give me an example of a pre-commit hook?

Sure! A simple pre-commit hook could run a linter. You can create a file named pre-commit in the .git/hooks/ directory with the following content:

#!/bin/sh
npm run lint

Make sure to give it executable permissions with chmod +x .git/hooks/pre-commit.

What if my tests fail in the pre-commit hook?

If your tests fail, the commit will be aborted, and you'll see the error messages in your terminal. This helps ensure that only code that passes your tests gets committed.

Can I use multiple hooks?

Yes, you can chain multiple commands in a single hook. Just separate them with && in your hook script. For example:

#!/bin/sh
npm run lint && npm test