Running a SAPUI5 App from a Previous Commit Without Affecting Remote Repository

Introduction

          Ever needed to test or run your SAPUI5 application from an earlier commit without disturbing your current branch or affecting the remote repository? Whether it’s for debugging, rollback testing, or feature validation, Git provides a safe and clean way to do this — using detached HEAD state and local branches. Here’s a step-by-step guide to achieve just that.

 

Step-by-Step: Run an Older Version of Your SAPUI5 App Safely

Step 1: View Commit History

To identify which commit you want to revisit:

git log –oneline

This will display recent commits with their short hash and message. Identify the one that’s 4 commits back or use:

git checkout HEAD~4

 

Step 2: Checkout the Older Commit

git checkout <commit-hash>

Or for 4 commits ago:

git checkout HEAD~4

This moves you into a detached HEAD state, a safe mode where changes don’t impact your current branch.

 

Step 3: Run Your SAPUI5 Application

Use your usual development server to run the app:

ui5 serve

or

npm start

Your app now runs exactly as it existed 4 commits ago.

 

Step 4: (Optional) Create a Local Test Branch

If you want to make edits or test features in that older state:

git checkout -b temp-test-branch

This lets you commit and experiment locally — no impact on the remote repo.

 

Step 5: Return to Your Latest Code

Once done, simply switch back to your latest working branch:

git checkout main

 

Why This Approach is Safe?

No changes are pushed to the remote.

The main branch and its history remain intact.

You can safely test, debug, or demo older versions of your app.

Great for testing fixes without branching off prematurely.

 

Conclusion

          Testing previous versions of your SAPUI5 app doesn’t need to be risky. By using Git’s detached HEAD mode and optional local branches, you gain full control without affecting your project’s main history or remote repo. It’s a clean, safe, and professional way to revisit and test the past.

 

Thank you for taking the time to read this blog!

If you found this helpful, feel free to share your thoughts, feedback, or questions in the comments! Let’s keep learning and growing together. Happy coding! 

Hello experts, please feel free to correct me if any information is inaccurate.

 

​ Introduction          Ever needed to test or run your SAPUI5 application from an earlier commit without disturbing your current branch or affecting the remote repository? Whether it’s for debugging, rollback testing, or feature validation, Git provides a safe and clean way to do this — using detached HEAD state and local branches. Here’s a step-by-step guide to achieve just that. Step-by-Step: Run an Older Version of Your SAPUI5 App SafelyStep 1: View Commit HistoryTo identify which commit you want to revisit:git log –onelineThis will display recent commits with their short hash and message. Identify the one that’s 4 commits back or use:git checkout HEAD~4 Step 2: Checkout the Older Commitgit checkout <commit-hash>Or for 4 commits ago:git checkout HEAD~4This moves you into a detached HEAD state, a safe mode where changes don’t impact your current branch. Step 3: Run Your SAPUI5 ApplicationUse your usual development server to run the app:ui5 serveornpm startYour app now runs exactly as it existed 4 commits ago. Step 4: (Optional) Create a Local Test BranchIf you want to make edits or test features in that older state:git checkout -b temp-test-branchThis lets you commit and experiment locally — no impact on the remote repo. Step 5: Return to Your Latest CodeOnce done, simply switch back to your latest working branch:git checkout main Why This Approach is Safe?- No changes are pushed to the remote.- The main branch and its history remain intact.- You can safely test, debug, or demo older versions of your app.- Great for testing fixes without branching off prematurely. Conclusion          Testing previous versions of your SAPUI5 app doesn’t need to be risky. By using Git’s detached HEAD mode and optional local branches, you gain full control without affecting your project’s main history or remote repo. It’s a clean, safe, and professional way to revisit and test the past. Thank you for taking the time to read this blog!If you found this helpful, feel free to share your thoughts, feedback, or questions in the comments! Let’s keep learning and growing together. Happy coding! Hello experts, please feel free to correct me if any information is inaccurate.   Read More Technology Blog Posts by Members articles 

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