What are Git hooks, and how can they be used in a development workflow?

Git hooks are scripts that can be triggered by various Git events such as pre-commit, post-commit, pre-push, etc. These scripts allow developers to automate tasks or enforce certain rules and policies in the development workflow. For example, a pre-commit hook can be used to run code linting checks before allowing a commit, ensuring code quality standards are met. Similarly, a pre-push hook can be used to trigger unit tests before pushing changes to a remote repository, ensuring that only passing code is pushed. Git hooks provide a powerful way to customize and streamline the development process.