How to handle 'error: untracked working tree files would be overwritten by checkout' in Git

# Introduction

Git is a powerful version control system essential for modern software development. While using Git, you may encounter the error message: "error: untracked working tree files would be overwritten by checkout". This error occurs when you try to switch branches, but Git detects that this action would overwrite files in your current working directory that are not yet tracked by Git. This safety feature prevents accidental data loss.

In this lab, you will learn the cause of this common error, how to identify the conflicting files, and several methods to resolve it. By the end of this tutorial, you will be able to manage your Git workflow more effectively and handle this error with confidence.