How to upgrade Git on Windows to the latest version

🚀 Upgrading Git on Windows: A Simple Guide

So you've encountered some trouble while trying to upgrade Git on your Windows machine? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of upgrading Git to the latest version and address common issues along the way. Let's get started! 💪

❗️ Common Issue: Incorrect Path

If you're seeing that you're still running the older version of Git after completing the installation, the culprit might be an incorrect PATH. But don't panic, we'll help you sort it out!

📋 Solution: Updating the System Environment Variables

1. Open the Start menu and search for "Environment Variables". Click on Edit the system environment variables to open the System Properties window.

2. In the System Properties window, click on the Environment Variables button.

3. In the Environment Variables window, locate the Path variable under the System variables section and click Edit.

4. In the Edit Environment Variable window, you'll see a list of paths. Scroll through the list and check if the path to the new Git installation directory is present. If not, click on New and add the path (e.g., C:\Program Files\Git\cmd). Make sure to click OK to save the changes.

5. Close the Environment Variables windows by clicking OK.

🌟 Pro Tip: Command Refresh

To prevent any issues, after making changes to the Environment Variables, close and reopen any opened command prompt or Git Bash windows to refresh the settings.

🔧 Troubleshooting: Pushing to Git Error

If you encountered an error message like the one below while pushing your Rails project to Git:

fatal: https://github.com refs not found: did you run git update-server-info on the server?

It might be a sign that you need to upgrade Git. Let's resolve it!

📋 Solution: Upgrading Git to the Latest Version

1. Visit the Git website and download the latest version of Git for Windows.

2. Run the downloaded .exe file and follow the installation wizard to complete the installation.

3. Once the installation is finished, repeat the steps mentioned earlier in this guide to update your system environment variables.

4. Open a new command prompt or Git Bash window and type git --version to verify that the latest version of Git is now installed.

💬 Call-to-Action: Share Your Experience

Upgrading software can be a bit tricky, but we hope that this guide has helped you successfully upgrade Git on Windows. Share your experience with us in the comments below! If you have any questions or need further assistance, we're here to help. Happy coding! 💻✨