Is a DVCS useful for one developer?

Question

Or would a conventional client-server VCS be more appropriate? I\'m currently using TortoiseSVN, but I\'m interested in a DVCS, but I\'m not sure if it\'s even a good idea to tr

Answer 1

Yes. A DVCS is, in my opinion, even better suited for solo development than a traditional server-based system. A lot of the server-based systems' features are just unnecessary complications when there is a single developer.

On the other hand, you probably won't notice any major productivity differences between a DVCS and SVN if you are solo.