The “dolt status” command is a feature provided by Dolt, a version-controlled database system inspired by Git. The “dolt status” command allows you to display the status of the current database session, providing information about the state of the repository and any pending changes.
Here are some key aspects of the “dolt status” command:
- Repository status: When you execute the “dolt status” command, it provides an overview of the repository’s status. This includes information about the current branch, the latest commit, and whether there are any uncommitted changes.
- Uncommitted changes: The “dolt status” command highlights any changes made to the tables or data in the repository that have not been committed yet. It shows modified, added, or deleted rows, providing a summary of the pending changes.
- Staged changes: Dolt allows you to stage changes before committing them. The “dolt status” command indicates whether there are any staged changes that are ready to be committed. Staging changes allows you to selectively include specific modifications in a commit.
- Branch information: The “dolt status” command also displays information about the current branch, such as its name and the branch it is based on. This helps you understand the context of your work and the branch you are currently operating on.
- Conflict detection: If there are any conflicts between the changes you made and changes from another branch, the “dolt status” command alerts you about these conflicts. Conflicts occur when the same data or schema objects have been modified differently in different branches.
The “dolt status” command is useful for obtaining an overview of the current state of your Dolt repository. It allows you to see the pending changes, understand the branch context, and identify any conflicts that need to be resolved before committing the changes.
Please note that the specifics of the “dolt status” command, such as available options or additional functionality, may vary depending on the version of Dolt you are using. For detailed and up-to-date information, it is recommended to refer to the official Dolt documentation or use the “–help” flag alongside the command to access the command-specific help information.
dolt status Command Examples
1. Display the status:
# dolt status