Managing Git branches is a critical part of keeping your repository clean and organized. Here’s how you can delete a Git branch both locally and remotely.

Deleting a Branch Locally

To delete a local branch in Git, use the following command:

This will delete the branch only if it has been merged. If the branch is not merged, use:

Deleting a Branch Remotely

To delete a remote branch, you can use:

This removes the branch from the remote repository.

Additional Tips

• Always double-check your branch name with git branch before deleting.
• Ensure your changes are merged or backed up before branch deletion.

Further Learning

For more detailed information, refer to the official Git documentation. You can also explore our Git guides section for related tutorials.