Thoughts on Write yourself a Git!

The author explored a tutorial on building a simplified Git version, gaining a deeper understanding of Git's internal workings. The tutorial enhanced their knowledge of Git's core functionalities, sparking excitement and a sense of accomplishment. Verification of concepts, such as the location of Git objects within the .git/objects directory, solidified their learning. The author found some concepts, like tree objects, initially confusing but pressed on to grasp the overall picture. They created a question-and-answer deck for review using Anki, focusing on key concepts like Git object storage and file modification processes. The author noted that Git stores data as binary files identified by SHA-1 hashes, not directly storing files themselves. Further study is planned to reinforce understanding, focusing on code restructuring and type hinting for improved clarity. The author's code is available on GitHub. This self-directed learning project proved valuable, despite not directly applying to their current work. The author's approach involved iterative learning, refining understanding through repeated engagement with the material.