Chapter 6 – Test Tools
Git Rebase – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A Git operation that moves or replays commits from one branch onto another to produce a linear history.
In simple words
Rewriting your branch to sit on top of another branch for a clean history.
Exam tip
Never rebase shared branches — only local, unpushed work.
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