How can I find out what version of git I'm running?

To check your current Git version, open the command line (CMD or PowerShell on Windows, or Terminal on macOS/Linux), and then run the following command:

bash
git --version

This command displays the exact version of Git installed. For instance, it may output something like:

shell
git version 2.28.0

This indicates that your installed Git version is 2.28.0. Verifying the Git version is a common practice, particularly in collaborative projects, as it helps prevent compatibility issues by ensuring team members use similar versions.