Our summary
Git records versions of a code project, but a working folder may contain several unrelated edits. git-jev-stage compares a developer's stated goal with small pieces of those changes. It presents likely matches in their original form so the developer can choose what to prepare for a commit.
The documented approach checks the current project state, ranks the pieces, and shows surrounding unchanged lines. Only explicitly approved pieces should enter Git's staging area, the set prepared for the next commit. The model proposes attention; Git handles the exact changed bytes.
One piece may contain both intended and unrelated edits, while another necessary change may rank poorly. Renamed files, conflicts, and edits made during selection need care. Inspect the final staged changes and run appropriate checks before treating the selected work as complete.
Key takeaways
- Use the goal to find candidates, not to commit automatically.
- Read each original change before approving it.
- Recheck the project if files change during selection.