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Sven Herrmann
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Why i prefer Git over TFS (Experience)

Git is a distributed version control system that has become a popular choice among developers due to its many advantages over centralized systems like Team Foundation Server (TFS).

One major advantage of Git is its distributed nature. In a centralized system like TFS, all code changes are made in a single central repository, which can be a bottleneck for developers working on large projects. With Git, each developer has their own local copy of the repository, allowing them to work independently without having to constantly communicate with a central server. This also allows for offline development and better performance when working with large codebases.

Another advantage of Git is its branching and merging capabilities. Git's branching model is more flexible than TFS's, which allows for better collaboration among team members. In TFS, branches are often treated as separate silos, making it difficult for developers to share code and collaborate on features. In contrast, Git's branching model allows developers to easily create, merge, and delete branches, making it easier to work on different features in parallel.

Git also has a large and active community of developers, which means that there are many resources available online, including tutorials, documentation, and forums. This makes it easy for developers to learn Git and find answers to any questions they may have.

Finally, Git is an open-source software, which makes it free to use and allows for customization. TFS, on the other hand, is a proprietary product that requires a license and is only available on Microsoft Windows.

In conclusion, Git offers many advantages over Team Foundation Server, including a distributed architecture, better branching and merging capabilities, and a large active community. These advantages make Git a better choice for teams that want to work collaboratively and efficiently on large codebases.

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