To quote WIkipedia: "The name "git" was given by Linus Torvalds when he wrote the very first version. He described the tool as "the stupid content tracker" and the name as (depending on your way):
- random three-letter combination that is pronounceable, and not actually used by any common UNIX command. The fact that it is a mispronunciation of "get" may or may not be relevant. - stupid. contemptible and despicable. simple. Take your pick from the dictionary of slang. - "global information tracker": you're in a good mood, and it actually works for you. Angels sing, and a light suddenly fills the room. - "goddamn idiotic truckload of shit": when it breaks” > On Mar 16, 2018, at 9:08 AM, Arno Hautala <[email protected]> wrote: > > On Fri, Mar 16, 2018 at 8:32 AM, Dave Horsfall <[email protected]> wrote: >> Do its users know that "git" is English slang for "idiot" etc? Just watch >> any English cop show on TV if you don't believe me (yes, I'm English by >> birth). > > I'm pretty sure that was intentional. > > -- > arno s hautala /-| [email protected] > > pgp b2c9d448 "Never be cruel; never be cowardly; and never ever eat pears.” - The Doctor William H. Magill [email protected] [email protected]
