How to Merge Branches in Git (Without Creating "Spaghetti" History)
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Merging code used to be the most terrifying part of a developer's week. You would type git merge, hold your breath, and pray you didn't accidentally delete your coworker's entire feature.
Today, modern Git workflows (and platforms like GitHub and GitLab) have completely changed the game. The goal in 2026 isn't just to combine code; it's to maintain a clean, readable, and linear history so that when something breaks 6 months from now, you can actually figure out why.
Here is the modern playbook on how to merge your branches without creating a chaotic "spaghetti" history.