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You might be thinking, "I can just run these checks manually before I commit. Why automate it?"

This is the most popular type. It runs the commit is finalized. This is your first line of defense. project hook

If a hook catches syntax errors and formatting issues, your peers won't have to comment on them during code reviews. This frees up your team to focus on architecture, logic, and performance rather than arguing about tabs vs. spaces. You might be thinking, "I can just run

Finding a bug in production is expensive. Finding a bug during a Code Review is cheaper. Finding a bug on your local machine—before you even commit—is free. Hooks shift the feedback loop left, catching issues instantly. This is your first line of defense

If the check passes, the gate opens. If it fails, the gate stays shut, saving you from a potentially embarrassing or destructive mistake.