You accidentally committed confidential data to a GIT repository, or even sent it to GitHub - what to do? How to live?

In the article on Dev.to, the author addresses the critical topic of removing sensitive data from Git history. He introduces readers to the problem of accidentally adding confidential information to a Git repository, emphasizing how easily it can happen. The author details the use of the 'git filter-branch' tool, which allows users to rewrite commit history effectively. Additionally, he explains how to use the 'git rebase' command to rectify the repository's history before it gets pushed to a remote server. In conclusion, the author highlights the importance of keeping data secure and the necessity of adopting best practices when working with Git in daily projects.