What is the three-way merge algorithm used by Git and how does it resolve conflicts?

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What is the three-way merge algorithm used by Git and how does it resolve conflicts?

Key points

  • The algorithm relies on a common ancestor for comparison
  • Branch tips are evaluated against this ancestor
  • Changes are merged or marked as conflicts based on this comparison
  • The process prioritizes accuracy over simplicity

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