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Andrei D.
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Andrei D.
Software Developer at RedGage, LLC
12/15/2015
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Best Open Source distributed version control available

* Carefully thought-out command-line interface (no checkout -b vs branch) * Extensibility (there's an extension for absolute most tasks you might need) * Builtin manual completeness * Lack of sophisticated conventions (unlike Git's "branch" definition)
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Solid and simple version control

It's fairly powerful but simple to use. It has a lot of the same concepts and functionality as git but with much less of a learning curve. Also, "hg incoming" and "hg outgoing" are really useful. And so are extensions like hg record and hg shelve.
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12/14/2015
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I enjoy it very much.

It's simple, while powerful. I tried git, it's too complex. I don't like complex things, keep simple, focus on own work, and do it the best. I believe mercurial have done her work good. Maybe because the feature set I'm using is limited. I should explore more. For now, well, it works!

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What is Mercurial Open Source Project?

Mercurial is a fast, scalable distributed version control system (DVCS) designed to efficiently handle projects of any size while providing an easy-to-use and robust interface for tracking the evolution of source code, managing multiple branches, and merging divergent repositories. Distinguished by its performance and flexibility, Mercurial is built for developers who need a dependable tool to manage complex development projects. The tool features a distributed architecture, which means that every developer has a full and self-contained repository on their local machine, facilitating offline work and decentralized collaboration.Mercurial supports an extensible framework for enhancements and can integrate with numerous other development tools. It's known for its straightforward CLI commands and an easy learning curve for new users, making it accessible for both small and large teams. The project's website, https://mercurial.selenic.com/, serves as a central hub for downloading the software, accessing documentation, joining the user community, and following development updates. The site also provides resources to help both beginners and experienced users make the most of Mercurial’s features.

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