Windows: Git Bash

Git Bash is a terminal emulator that is bundled with Git for Windows. It provides a Unix-like command-line environment for Windows, including support for common Unix utilities and shell scripting. Git Bash includes a range of features and commands that are useful for developers working with Git repositories, including:

  • git: A command-line interface for interacting with Git repositories, including tasks like cloning, committing, pushing, and merging changes.
  • ssh: A command-line interface for managing secure shell connections to remote servers and devices.
  • curl: A command-line tool for transferring data over various protocols, including HTTP and FTP.

In addition to these Git-specific features, Git Bash supports a range of general-purpose commands and utilities, including:

  • ls: List the contents of a directory.
  • cd: Change the current directory.
  • mkdir: Create a new directory.
  • rm: Delete files.
  • cp: Copy files.
  • mv: Move files.