GitLens 18.2: AI-Powered Merge Conflict Resolution for VS Code

Merge conflicts create hidden productivity costs by interrupting developers’ focus and requiring them to reconstruct the intent behind competing changes, a burden that is often absent from sprint metrics. GitLens 18.2 introduces AI-powered conflict resolution for merges, rebases, and cherry-picks within VS Code, using its Commit Graph, sidebar, and Command Palette to process all conflicted files in parallel. The tool proposes resolutions, classifies outcomes such as automatic merges, current or incoming versions, deletions, and files needing review, then displays each result as a diff with explanations before any changes are applied. Developers retain final control, can refine individual or complete resolutions through prompts, and can leave uncertain files unresolved. GitLens 18.2 is available through the VS Code Marketplace, with AI-powered resolution for private repositories offered through GitLens Pro.

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