# How to Write a Git Commit Message (https://cbea.ms/git-commit/) # # A properly formed Git commit subject line should always be able to # complete the following sentence: # If applied, this commit will # # [Add/Fix/Remove/Update/Refactor/Document/Style]: [issue #id] [summary] # # The seven rules of a great Git commit message # 1. Separate subject from body with a blank line # 2. Limit the subject line to 50 characters # 3. Capitalize the subject line # 4. Do not end the subject line with a period # 5. Use the imperative mood in the subject line # 6. Wrap the body at 72 characters # 7. Use the body to explain what and why vs. how