Git 2.37 brings many new and improved features, including a built-in file system monitor on Windows and macOS, better unreachable objects management, improved external diff, faster git add, and more.

Jack Wallen shows how to use the .gitconfig file for global git configurations and a more efficient developer setup.

Git’s diff engine has a new heuristic for clarity in version 2.9. Diffs primarily show changes, additions, and deletions, King explained.