Git is a distributed version control system (VCS) that enables collaboration among developers, allowing them to track changes, manage different versions of their code, and coordinate work on projects efficiently. Developed by Linus Torvalds in 2005, Git has become one of the most widely used VCS in the software development industry due to its speed, flexibility, and powerful branching and merging capabilities.Key components and concepts of Git include:    Repositories: A repository, often referred to as "repo," is a collection of files and the entire history of changes made to those files. Git stores this information locally on each user's machine, allowing them to work offline and independently.    Commits: A commit represents a specific snapshot of changes made to the files within a repository at a particular time. Each commit has a unique identifier (SHA-1 hash) and includes a commit message describing the changes made.