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git blame file.py: See which commit last changed each line

Use git blame file.py to see which commit last changed each line. It makes version-control work faster and reduces avoidable mistakes.

git blame file.py

Why it helps

Use git blame file.py to see which commit last changed each line. It makes version-control work faster and reduces avoidable mistakes.

How to use it

  1. Open the relevant app or terminal.
  2. Use the shortcut or command above in the relevant context.
  3. Check the result; for commands that change data, test on a small example first.
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