Chapter 21: Miscellaneous Git Tools and Alternatives
This chapter covers additional Git-related tools and modern alternatives that can enhance your version control workflow:
What You’ll Learn
- Gitea: Self-hosted Git service with web interface
- GitLab: Comprehensive DevOps platform with Git hosting
- Jujutsu (jj): Modern version control system built on Git
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Why These Tools Matter
While Git is the de facto standard for version control, the ecosystem around it continues to evolve. Self-hosted solutions like Gitea and GitLab provide alternatives to GitHub for organizations wanting more control, while tools like Jujutsu represent the next evolution in version control user experience.
Each tool serves different needs: - Gitea: Lightweight, fast, and easy to deploy - GitLab: Full-featured DevOps platform with CI/CD - Jujutsu: Modern UX with powerful conflict resolution