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Is It Wise To Delete The Git Branches After Pull Request Is Merged Into Main Code?

The question that is answered by this post is; Is it a recommended practice to delete Git branches once their associated pull requests have been successfully merged into the main code?  It is generally considered a good practice to delete the branch after a pull request (PR) is successfully merged into the main code or the target branch.  Deleting branches that have served their purpose helps keep your repository clean and organized.  Here are some reasons why deleting branches after merging is a good idea: Clean Repository:   Deleting merged branches keeps your repository clean and avoids clutter. This makes it easier to navigate and find relevant branches in the future. Avoid Confusion:   Having multiple branches that are no longer active can lead to confusion, especially for other contributors who may not be aware of the branch's status. Prevent Accidental Changes:   If a branch is not deleted and someone continues to work on it, changes might get pushed accidentally to the bran