The Merge Manager is a graphical tool that manages the process of merging one or more Rational® ClearCase® elements. It automates the processes of gathering information for a merge, starting a merge, and tracking a merge.
In a UCM context, Merge Manager can be used for a deliver or a rebase operation.
In base ClearCase, use the Merge Manager to merge all changes made on a subbranch. The Merge Manager provides menus and commands to access other Rational ClearCase tools that are useful for facilitating the merge. For example, you can run the Diff Merge tool to compare multiple combinations of versions involved in the merge.
In both UCM and base ClearCase, Merge Manager provides the following support:
The Merge Manager is designed for a range of users, from novice to experienced, from individual contributor to project leader or project integrator.
You can use other tools (but not Merge Manager) and procedures for the following types of merge:
These procedures involve using cleartool commands and other tools.
The basic workflow for merging all changes made on a subbranch involves the following actions: