Introduction

The “Git Quick” extension for Visual Studio Code is designed to streamline your workflow with Git by providing instant commands for staging, committing, and restoring files directly from the editor. This review explores its main functionalities and benefits, as well as potential areas for future improvements.

Main Features

Instant Staging and Committing

One of the standout features of “Git Quick” is the git-quick-commit command. This command allows you to commit the file currently in focus with remarkable speed. Here’s how it works:

  • Automatic Staging: As soon as you invoke the command (from the command palette or shortcut), the extension stages the current file for you.
  • Prompt for Commit Message: You will then be prompted to enter a commit message, ensuring that your changes are documented appropriately – and most import with the right scope!
  • File Save: If the file has unsaved changes, Git Quick will automatically save it before proceeding with the commit.

This feature is particularly useful for developers who need to make frequent commits without losing focus on their current task.

Quick Restore

The git-quick-restore command is another powerful feature of Git Quick. It allows you to quickly revert the current file to its state at the most recent commit. This is equivalent to discarding all local changes made to the file:

  • Instant Revert: With a single command, you can undo any unwanted changes, making it a lifesaver during experimentation or bug fixing.
  • No Activation if Unchanged: The command will only activate if there are changes to the file, ensuring that you don’t accidentally revert unchanged files.

Additional Features

  • git-quick-checkout: This is an alias for the git-quick-restore command, providing flexibility in how you interact with the extension.
  • Multiple Repository Support: If you have multiple Git repositories open, Quick Git will automatically detect and apply the command to the appropriate repository.
  • Integration with VS Code Git Extension: It relies on the built-in Git functionality of VS Code, meaning there are no external dependencies to worry about.

User Experience

Quick Git enhances the Git workflow by minimizing interruptions and keeping you in your coding environment. The automatic saving of files and seamless integration with VS Code’s Git extension make it a natural part of the development process.

No Distractions

  • Non-Intrusive: The extension won’t activate if the current file hasn’t changed, which prevents unnecessary prompts and distractions.
  • Focus Retention: By allowing you to commit or restore files directly from the editor, it helps maintain your focus on coding rather than switching contexts to the terminal or another Git client.

Future Potential

The current feature set of Git Quick is already impressive, but the promise of additional “quick” commands in the future makes it an exciting tool to watch. Potential future enhancements could include:

  • Quick Branch Switching: Instantly switch branches without navigating through multiple menus.
  • Quick Merge/Rebase: Simplify complex Git operations to a single command.

Download link https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=gudasoft.git-quick

Conclusion

The Git Quick extension for VS Code is a highly efficient tool for developers looking to speed up their Git workflow. With instant staging, committing, and restoring capabilities, it reduces the friction of version control tasks and keeps you focused on coding. As it stands, it’s a valuable addition to any developer’s toolkit, with promising features on the horizon.

For more information and to download the extension, visit the Git Quit repository. Also, check out other great projects from Gudasoft!