Merge Conflict
What Is a Merge Conflict?
A merge conflict occurs when version control cannot automatically combine changes made in overlapping parts of a codebase. The conflict must be resolved manually before the branch or pull request can be merged.
Why Merge Conflicts Matter
Merge conflicts matter because they:
- interrupt developer flow,
- increase rework,
- delay pull request completion,
- often grow when work sits in review too long.
How Oobeya Uses Merge Conflict Context
Oobeya can help teams trace whether slow review flow, large batch size, or branch age is increasing merge conflict risk.
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