Chapter 6 – Test Tools
Git Branch – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A lightweight movable pointer to a commit, used to isolate work such as features or fixes.
In simple words
A separate line of development in Git.
Exam tip
Branch strategies: trunk-based, GitFlow, GitHub Flow — know when each fits.
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