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Stop Asking “Git vs Azure DevOps” — Here’s What You Actually Need to Know
Git and Azure DevOps aren’t competitors — Git is your version control system, and Azure DevOps is a platform that can host Git (plus way more). You’ll probably want to use both. Keep reading to understand why and how
3 min readJan 10, 2025
Look, We Need to Talk About This Confusion
If you’re googling “Git vs Azure DevOps,” I get it. The whole version control thing is messy, and Microsoft’s branding changes haven’t helped. Let’s fix this confusion once and for all…
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The 30-Second Explanation
Think of it this way:
- Git is like your car’s engine (handles the core functionality)
- Azure DevOps is like an entire garage (can store your car plus gives you tools, a maintenance area, etc.)
You’re not choosing between them — you’re choosing whether to park your Git-powered car in the…