Git Workflows: GitFlow & Trunk-Based

Compare popular Git workflows and choose the right branching strategy for your team.

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A Git workflow defines how your team uses branches, releases, and collaboration patterns. The three most popular approaches are GitFlow, GitHub Flow, and trunk-based development, each suited to different team sizes and release cadences.

Choosing the right workflow is one of the most consequential decisions a team makes. The workflow dictates how features are developed, how releases are cut, how hotfixes are handled, and how conflicts are managed. There's no universal 'best' workflow — the right choice depends on your release frequency, team size, regulatory requirements, and deployment infrastructure. Many teams start with a simple flow and evolve to a more structured one as their needs grow.

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