The Interactive Git Rebase Builder transforms the intimidating git interactive rebase process into a visual, user-friendly experience. Instead of manually editing rebase files and remembering cryptic commands, this tool provides a drag-and-drop interface where you can reorder commits, change actions (pick, squash, reword, fixup, etc.), and instantly generate the exact content you need for your git rebase operation. Perfect for developers who want to clean up commit history without the fear of making mistakes in the command line.

How to Build Interactive Git Rebase

Run "git log --oneline -n 10" in your repository (replace 10 with desired commit count)
Copy the output and paste it into the commit input field
Click "Load Commits" to parse and display your commits in the rebase builder
Drag and drop commits to reorder them as needed for your rebase
Click the action dropdown next to each commit to change from "pick" to other actions
Review the generated rebase file content in the output section
Copy the generated content and run "git rebase -i HEAD~n" (where n is commit count)
Replace the default editor content with your copied content, save and exit to execute the rebase

Advanced Git Rebase Features

Visual drag-and-drop interface for reordering commits without command line complexity
All git rebase actions supported: pick, reword, edit, squash, fixup, exec, break, drop
Smart commit parsing from git log --oneline output with hash and message extraction
Real-time rebase file generation showing exactly what git will execute
Color-coded action badges with descriptions for easy identification and selection
One-click copy to clipboard for seamless integration with git rebase workflow
Download generated rebase file as git-rebase-todo for offline use
Example commit loader for learning and testing rebase operations
Commit removal functionality for excluding specific commits from rebase
Custom exec command insertion for running shell commands during rebase
Reset functionality to quickly revert all commits back to "pick" action
Comprehensive action reference guide with detailed explanations for each rebase command

Simplify Git History Management

The Interactive Git Rebase Builder eliminates the learning curve and error-prone nature of git interactive rebase operations. By providing a visual interface, developers can confidently clean up commit history, combine related commits, and organize their work without memorizing complex git commands. The tool reduces the risk of rebase mistakes, saves time on repetitive history cleanup tasks, and makes advanced git workflows accessible to developers of all experience levels. The generated output ensures compatibility with standard git rebase operations while providing the safety of visual validation before execution.

Git Workflow Applications

Feature Branch Cleanup

Clean up messy commit history before merging feature branches by squashing related commits and reordering logical changes.

Commit Message Improvement

Use reword action to improve commit messages for better project documentation and code review clarity.

Work-in-Progress Consolidation

Combine multiple WIP commits into meaningful, atomic commits that represent complete features or bug fixes.

Open Source Contribution

Prepare clean, professional commit history for open source pull requests that meet project contribution standards.

Code Review Preparation

Organize commits logically and remove debugging commits to make code reviews more focused and effective.

Git Rebase Best Practices

Always work on a separate branch when performing interactive rebase to avoid losing work
Use "git log --oneline --graph" to visualize your commit history before rebasing
Squash related commits together but keep logically separate changes in different commits
Reword commit messages to follow your team's commit message conventions
Test your code after rebasing to ensure functionality remains intact
Never rebase commits that have been pushed to shared branches (public history)
Use fixup commits during development, then squash them during rebase for clean history
Keep atomic commits that represent single, complete changes for easier code review
Back up your branch before complex rebase operations using "git branch backup-branch"
Use interactive rebase to remove sensitive information that was accidentally committed

How Git Interactive Rebase Works

Git interactive rebase is a powerful feature that allows developers to modify commit history by rewriting, reordering, combining, or removing commits. The process works by creating a temporary sequence of commits and applying them one by one according to the specified actions. Each rebase action (pick, squash, reword, etc.) tells git how to handle that specific commit during the replay process. The Interactive Git Rebase Builder generates the exact todo file that git uses internally, providing a visual interface for what is normally a text-based editing task. This tool eliminates the need to manually edit rebase instruction files and reduces the risk of syntax errors that can cause rebase operations to fail.

Related Git and Development Tools

Hash Generator

Generate SHA hashes for git commit verification and integrity checking

.env File Linter & Comparator

Compare environment files for consistent development workflow management

JSON Formatter & Validator

Format and validate JSON configuration files used in git hooks and CI/CD

Git Rebase Builder FAQ

What git command should I run to get the commit list?

Run "git log --oneline -n X" where X is the number of commits you want to rebase. For example, "git log --oneline -n 5" shows the last 5 commits in the format this tool expects.

What's the difference between squash and fixup?

Both combine commits with the previous one, but squash preserves both commit messages for editing, while fixup discards the current commit's message and keeps only the previous commit's message.

Can I reorder commits safely with this tool?

Yes, but be careful when reordering commits that depend on each other. The tool allows visual reordering, but you should understand your code changes to avoid conflicts.

What happens if I use the "edit" action?

Git will stop at that commit during rebase, allowing you to make changes to files, stage them, and continue. Use "git rebase --continue" after making your edits.

Is it safe to rebase commits that are already pushed?

Never rebase commits that have been pushed to shared branches, as this rewrites history and can cause problems for other developers. Only rebase local commits or commits on feature branches that only you use.

How do I handle conflicts during rebase?

When conflicts occur, git will pause the rebase. Resolve conflicts in your files, stage the changes with "git add", then continue with "git rebase --continue".

Can I add custom shell commands during rebase?

Yes! Use the "Add Exec" button to insert shell commands that will run at specific points during the rebase. This is useful for running tests or build commands.

What if I make a mistake during rebase?

You can abort the rebase with "git rebase --abort" to return to the original state. It's also good practice to create a backup branch before starting complex rebases.