Git “Updates were rejected because the remote contains work that you do not have”

When you encounter the error “Updates were rejected because the remote contains work that you do not have” in Git, it typically indicates that there have been changes pushed to the remote repository since your last pull or fetch. To resolve this issue, follow these steps:

Pull Remote Changes: Start by pulling the latest changes from the remote repository into your local branch using:

git pull

Resolve Merge Conflicts (if any): If there are conflicting changes between your local branch and the remote repository, Git will prompt you to resolve these conflicts. Use a text editor or a Git GUI tool to resolve the conflicts manually. After resolving conflicts, stage the changes and commit them.

Push Your Changes: Once conflicts are resolved, push your changes to the remote repository:

git push

Forced Push (Optional): If you’re sure that your changes are correct and you want to overwrite the remote branch with your local changes, you can use a forced push:

git push -f origin master 

However, be cautious when using forced pushes, as they can potentially overwrite changes made by others and lead to data loss or conflicts.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the “Updates were rejected because the remote contains work that you do not have” error in Git and synchronize your local branch with the remote repository effectively. Remember to communicate with your team members to avoid conflicts and ensure smooth collaboration.