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git request-pull

Generate a request to pull changes into a repository.

Command

git request-pull <start> <url> <end>

Examples

• Generate a pull request message from v1.0 to v1.1.

git request-pull v1.0 https://github.com/example/repo.git v1.1

• Request a pull for a feature branch based on main.

git request-pull main https://github.com/example/repo.git feature-branch

Steps

1. Identify the base commit or branch you want to compare from (e.g., main or v1.0).
2. Run git request-pull <start> <url> <end> to generate a pull request message.
3. Send the generated message to the project maintainer (e.g., via email or chat).

ProTips

Tip

Use this command when collaborating via email or outside of web-based platforms.

Tip

Include a clear start and end point for clarity.

Tip

Review the generated message before sending to ensure it accurately describes your changes.

Links

• Official Docs

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Author: mike-rambil • Updated: 2024-06-10 • Tags: collaboration, pull-request