Dev10x-git-commit-split

You split a monolithic git commit by starting an interactive rebase, marking the commit for editing, then creating atomic commits in dependency order with test validation before continuing the rebase.

The dependency order for splitting git commits is utilities first, then data access, then refactoring, then features, and finally API layers, ensuring each commit stands on its own.

You split large commits into atomic units for code review because atomic commits are self-contained, pass tests independently, and preserve a clear history that is easier to review and bisect.

Yes, you need to validate tests after each atomic commit during an interactive rebase to ensure every split unit is cohesive, self-contained, and functionally correct.

Yes, you can use interactive rebase to separate DTOs from feature changes by keeping DTOs and related changes tied to the specific feature that uses them during the split.

Limitations of interactive rebase for commit splitting include requiring a strict rebase-based workflow and dependency ordering, which may struggle with deeply intertwined multi-change commits.