If I have various versions of a file based on one major framework, I can create multiple Git branches to track and maintain them without creating redundant messy copies all over the place.

For example, on my passive_factor repo, the main branch is the framework, where I tested out the passive factor does exist in r.2000, then I created a branch to test breaking down into quintiles if the passive factor is stronger in small cap quintile compared to large cap peers. Next, more branches can be created to test other regional markets starting from Taiwan and Japan.

SharePoint and OneDrive’s versioning system, while inspired by version control systems like Git, offers a user-friendly approach to file management in cloud environments. Although it may not be as flexible as Git for programmer users, it provides an effective method for maintaining file integrity and history.

The system allows users to easily access previous versions, track changes over time, and restore older versions if needed. While it may have some limitations compared to more complex version control systems, its simplicity and integration with Microsoft’s cloud services make it a recommended solution for general document management.