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# Why Git Still Matters

Are AI tools eroding your fundamental coding skills? Blindly trusting automated systems is dangerous. Discover why mastering Git remains your best defense against catastrophic production failures.

- **Speakers:** [PJ Hagerty](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@pj-hagerty)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 Europe
- **Published:** July 10, 2026
- **Duration:** 29:46
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100288-why-git-still-matters
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