How to clone a specific version of a git repository?

Question

I\'m working with symfony2 and I want to backup my vendors in case github is not reachable.

How do I clone a specific Version of a repository?

I want to back

Answer 1

The following might get you there:

git clone --branch  

If you are looking for a specific version, then first create a branch off that version from your working repository. Like such:

# In a local, working repository
git checkout -b v2.0.9-br v2.0.9
git push origin

# Now create your clone from v2.0.9-br

Note, I've assumed v2.0.9 is a version (tag), not a branch. If it is a branch, then just clone with the '--branch' option.