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Version Control

by Levi Putna · in General Discussion · 10/29/2007 (4:48 am) · 7 replies

Can anyone suggest some good version control / source code control software, I am currently using Subversion but find it difficult to use.

Good features would be:
- free or open source software.
- graph user interface.
- handles multiple projects.

Thanks

#1
10/29/2007 (5:26 am)
Hey Levi. I use Subversion as well, both locally for my own projects and through Dreamhost for my team members spread across the country.

I'm curious, what kind of problems are you having with Subversion? So far, I think it is the best hands down, but you can also look into FreeVCS. However, FreeVCS has its own drawbacks as well.
#2
10/29/2007 (5:29 am)
If you're using subversion via command line interface and struggling, take a look at tortoiseSVN instead. It extends the windows explorer interface to support commits, updates, log browsing, merging etc

There's also the SVN book free on-line which is well worth reading if you're having problems.
#3
10/29/2007 (5:35 am)
Good links Gary. TortoiseSVN is an absolute must! =)

Have a look at these resources as well:

Step by step source control system

Automated Nightly Build System
#4
10/29/2007 (1:05 pm)
Subversion with TortoiseSVN is most likely the best bet.

Alternatively (if you are max 2 users) you can use the free 2-user Perforce system instead. http://www.perforce.com/
#5
10/29/2007 (1:12 pm)
I'll once again suggest to stick with Subversion and get TortoiseSVN, works great for me.
#6
10/29/2007 (2:41 pm)
I'll third TortoiseSVN... works well and it intuitive to use.
#7
10/31/2007 (3:31 am)
I was not having many problems, just found it hard using subversion via command line interface.
using tortoiseSVN now and finding it much easer.

Thanks everyone.