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# How to Write a Git Commit Message (https://cbea.ms/git-commit/)
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# A properly formed Git commit subject line should always be able to
# complete the following sentence:
#   If applied, this commit will <your subject line here>
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# [Add/Fix/Remove/Update/Refactor/Document/Style]: [issue #id] [summary]
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# 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