Perforce P4 Command
The Perforce command-line client, commonly known as p4, is a powerful tool for interacting with the Perforce Helix Core version control system. Understanding its commands is crucial for efficient source code management.
Perforce P4 Info Command
The p4 info command is fundamental for understanding your current Perforce environment. It displays detailed information about both your client workspace configuration and the Perforce server you are connected to. This includes details like the client root, server address, server root, and the current user.
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# To print details related to client and server configuration:
p4 info
Adding Files to Perforce Depot
Once you have your client and server information verified, you'll often need to add new files to your Perforce depot. The p4 add command stages a file for submission, marking it as new and ready to be integrated into the version history.
# To open a file and add it to depot:
p4 add <filename>
Key Perforce Concepts
Perforce uses several key concepts to manage code:
- Depot: The central repository where all versioned files are stored.
- Client Workspace: A local copy of files from the depot that a user works on.
- Changelist: A group of file revisions that are submitted to the depot together.
Further Resources
For more in-depth information on Perforce commands and best practices, consult the official Perforce documentation: