Forking
Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːrkɪŋ/
Forking (noun)
- A process where a program or project is copied and changed separately, while the original continues on its own.
- A situation where one thing divides into two or more different directions or options.
- In version control, making a new independent copy of a repository so changes can be managed separately.
Examples
- Forking in code helps test changes without breaking the main version.
- Forking in code can create new features while keeping existing work stable.