Git Tags vs Git Branches | What’s the Difference? | Git Explained for Beginners

Опубликовано: 17 Май 2026
на канале: Devops Engr. Lewis
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#tagsandbranches #github

In this video, we’ll clear up the confusion between Git Tags and Git Branches. If you’ve ever wondered when to use a tag vs a branch in your projects, this step‑by‑step guide will make it simple.

What you’ll learn in this tutorial:

What are Git Branches? → Parallel lines of development used to add new features or fix bugs

What are Git Tags? → Snapshots in history, often used for marking releases (v1.0, v2.0)

The key differences between tags and branches

When to use a tag vs when to use a branch in DevOps workflows

Real-world examples in CI/CD pipelines, release management, and version control

Common Git interview questions about tags and branches

This guide is perfect for:

Beginners learning Git basics

DevOps Engineers, SREs, and Cloud Engineers

Anyone working on Maven/Java projects with Git

Career switchers and bootcamp grads preparing for DevOps interviews

By the end of this video, you’ll be able to:

Understand the core difference between Git Tags and Git Branches

Use both effectively in your DevOps projects

Apply Git best practices in team workflows and release pipelines

This isn’t just theory — it’s a practical DevOps skill you’ll use daily in real projects.

Key Topics Covered:
Difference between tags and branches
Tags :
-Immutable
-Unmodifiable
-Are created for a product release after production
-Master Recommended

Branches :
-Mutable
-Modifiable
-Are created to work on a new feature (Develop, Stage and Master Branch)
-Any branch e.g. Develop, Stage and Master Branch

Whether you're a seasoned DevOps engineer or just starting your journey, this video will provide you with the essential knowledge to confidently work with Linux commands and streamline your workflow.

Don't miss this valuable resource!

Chapters
0:00 - 0:13 Intro
0:14 - 1:10 Git Tags vs Git Branches, what’s the Difference?
1:11 - 1:30 Outro

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