Tag Archives: version control

Communicate Through Commit

Posted on July 23, 2020 by way0utwest

Using Version Control is a skill, and it’s one that most technical professionals should learn. Even sysadmins and infrastructure people can benefit from version control, especially as people use infrastructure as code and GitOps with products like Terraform. Writing a commit message is a … Continue reading →

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Build the VCS Habit

Posted on March 18, 2020 by way0utwest

I’ve preached the value of Version Control Systems (VCS) for many years now. In various writings, in the talks I’ve given on development, CI, DevOps, and more, I always talk about the value of a VCS. One thing I often say is … Continue reading →

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Building Helpful Commit Messages

Posted on July 8, 2019 by way0utwest

Using a VCS (Version Control System) is important in any modern software development environment. I still can’t believe that both application and database developers are using a VCS at less than the 95% level, but surveys constantly show this. I’m … Continue reading →

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Great Developers Use Source Control

Posted on March 15, 2018 by way0utwest

I was rewatching Ike Ellis (b|t) talk on the habits of Great SQL Developers from SQL in the City 2018, and his first item was “Use Source Control“. I happen to agree with Ike, which is why I’m writing this, and I … Continue reading →

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