SVN Basics

Subversion (SVN) is a version control system that allows multiple users to edit files concurrently and keeps track of changes. It is essential for managing projects, especially in collaborative environments.

• Repository: A central location where files and their version history are stored.
• Working Copy: A local copy of the files from the repository on your computer.
• Commit: The process of saving changes to the repository.
• Update: Bringing changes from the repository into your working copy.
• Conflict: Occurs when multiple users make changes to the same file and try to commit those changes simultaneously.

To install SVN, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official Apache Subversion website.
2. Download the appropriate installer for your operating system.
3. Run the installer and follow the prompts to complete the installation.
4. Verify the installation by running svn --version in your command line.

The following are some basic SVN commands:

svn checkout [repository_url]

svn add [file]

svn commit -m "your commit message"

svn update

svn status

svn log

To maintain a smooth workflow with SVN, consider the following best practices:

• Commit changes frequently to avoid large conflicts.
• Write meaningful commit messages that explain the changes made.
• Always update your working copy before making new changes.
• Resolve conflicts immediately after they occur.
• Use branches for large features or experiments.