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Git 3.0's SHA-256 default called a costly mistake

Original: Git 3.0's upcoming SHA-256 default will be a costly mistake Article URL: https:// blog.gitbutler.com/git-3-sha-2 56 Comm

Scott Chacon of GitButler argues that Git 3.0's plan to make SHA-256 the default hash will be a costly mistake, contending the switch breaks compatibility with existing tooling and workflows. The essay has drawn attention on Hacker News, with commenters debating whether the migration is necessary now or risks unnecessary disruption across the ecosystem.

Why now: A prominent Git contributor publicly criticizing the upcoming SHA-256 default in Git 3.0 has sparked developer debate about migration costs.

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• Git 3.0's upcoming SHA-256 default will be a costly mistake Article URL: https:// blog.gitbutler.com/git-3-sha-2 56 Comments URL: https:// news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4 9924179 Points: 46 # Comments: 29 https:// blog.gitbutler.com/git-3-sha-2 56 # Tech # Technology # TechNews… · techwire@gamefan.net · 2

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