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Origin
PronunciationOR-i-jin
Definition
The default shorthand name given by Git to the remote repository from which you cloned your project.
Where you hear it
When pushing code, pulling updates, or managing remote repository connections.
Examples
Run
git push origin mainto send your local commits to the remote repository.Use
git remote -vto check the URL associated with origin.
Common mistake
Thinking origin is a permanent part of Git infrastructure rather than just a local nickname for a remote URL.
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