Atlassian SourceTree vs IBM Rational ClearCase comparison

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We performed a comparison between Atlassian SourceTree and IBM Rational ClearCase based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"The interface is very good and is easy to use. It tells you when you've committed, when you've uploaded, and gives you the differences."

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"IBM Rational ClearCase is a stable solution. I have not had any difficulty with reliability."

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Cons
"I have had a food experience with Atlassian SourceTree but it might not be for everyone."

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"I have found it very difficult to understand many functionalities in IBM Rational ClearCase. We have had many problems and it is not user-friendly."

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  • "Atlassian SourceTree is a free solution."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature is the ability to fix a broken repository merge.
    Top Answer:For everyday use, I am more comfortable using the command line interface, rather than using SourceTree. The way our system works for software deployment, having to install this product is… more »
    Top Answer:IBM Rational ClearCase is a stable solution. I have not had any difficulty with reliability.
    Top Answer:I have found it very difficult to understand many functionalities in IBM Rational ClearCase. We have had many problems and it is not user-friendly.
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    Rational ClearCase
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    Overview

    Atlassian SourceTree is a graphical user interface (GUI) desktop client that facilitates user interaction with Git repositories. SourceTree provides a visual interface that is easy to use and intuitive. It allows developers to save a lot of command lines when working with Git.

    The tool is free and works as a Git client for Windows and Mac OS. You can visualize and manage your repositories via the simple GUI. The client offers an efficient and consistent development process for Git and Mercurial.

    Atlassian SourceTree Key Features

    • Branch management: Typically, managing branches is a time-consuming and tedious process for project managers and developers. With SourceTree, you can switch working copies with a single click. You can also see where you are compared with the version in the repository, alerting you to push or pull.

    • Working copy: Developers who work using the command line often lack visibility. Access the “working copy” section to see the difference between your local copy and the version in the Git repository. This feature allows you to see exactly what has changed.

    • Branch history: the History section displays the full history of the branch, displaying each commit and file change. This feature enables smooth version control.

    • GitFlow: GitFlow organizes the workflow, streamlining parallel code changes and reducing merge conflicts.

    Atlassian SourceTree Benefits

    • Any level user can use SourceTree: beginners and experts benefit from the visibility and streamlined workflows of SourceTree. Beginners benefit from the simplified version control. Experts can review changesets and stash and pick between branches. Senior programmers can customize changeset and stashes, apply patches, rebase or shelve changesets. The tool offers detailed tutorials to help beginners and experts start quickly. Other benefits for beginners include easy access to commands with one click and simplified distributed version control.

    • Code visibility: the visualization of the Git process enables users to manage large projects with multiple branches and commits. SourceTree automatically tracks the activity of your code. It also features bookmarks where you can see a summarized view of all projects and repositories. Therefore, you can check a specific branch or commit with a single click. Finally, it features detailed branching diagrams that make it easy to follow the process.

    • Git and Hg support: the fully-featured GUI supports Git and Mercurial, offering a consistent development process from the start. You can also use SourceTree for a project on Github. Start by creating the project on Github, then connect it to the SourceTree software.

    • Free: the SourceTree tool is free to use, even for commercial uses, without buying a license.

    • Supports Git LFS: users can track large assets and submit code from a single dashboard.

    • Subordinated modules: you can use submodules for hand-picked dependencies and manage and group projects.

    Atlassian SourceTree Use Cases

    • Check-in and check-out code using the client-side application.
    • You can also use SourceTree to repair broken Git repositories because you can easily detect mistakes at a glance.
    • The simple and intuitive user interface allows users to search for and clone remote repositories.

    Reviews from Real Users

    A Program Manager/Engineer at a government says, "The most valuable feature is the ability to fix a broken repository merge… This product has helped because we have been able to fix problems when our code repository breaks."

    IBM Rational ClearCase is an enterprise-grade configuration management system that provides controlled access to software assets, including requirements, design documents, models, test plans and test results. It be can be integrated with other IBM solutions, including IBM Rational Team Concert, IBM Rational ClearQuest, IBM Rational Asset Manager and IBM Rational Application Developer for WebSphere Software.

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    Sample Customers
    Facebook, NASA, Cisco, eBay, Redfin, Toyota, Kaiser Permanente, Gilt, CSIRO, Autodesk, The Daily Telegraph, CODE, Illumnia,
    Atos SE, FEI, STM
    Top Industries
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    Computer Software Company15%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Manufacturing Company22%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business16%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise68%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business13%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise75%
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    Atlassian SourceTree is ranked 5th in Version Control with 1 review while IBM Rational ClearCase is ranked 6th in Version Control with 1 review. Atlassian SourceTree is rated 9.0, while IBM Rational ClearCase is rated 5.0. The top reviewer of Atlassian SourceTree writes "Helpful interface, simple installation, and free to use". On the other hand, the top reviewer of IBM Rational ClearCase writes "Difficult to use, not efficient, but stable". Atlassian SourceTree is most compared with GitHub, Git, Bitbucket and Bitbucket Server, whereas IBM Rational ClearCase is most compared with IBM Rational ClearQuest, Git, GitHub and Bitbucket.

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