Why use Git worktrees instead of just standard branching?

Git worktrees allow you to have multiple branches checked out in different directories simultaneously. This eliminates the need to stash or commit unfinished work when you need to switch contexts or fix a bug on another branch.

How does this skill handle project-specific dependencies?

The skill automatically detects the project type by looking for files like package.json, Cargo.toml, or requirements.txt and runs the appropriate installation and build commands within the new worktree.

What happens if the baseline tests fail in a new worktree?

The skill follows a 'safety-first' principle. If baseline tests fail, it will report the failures to you and ask for confirmation before proceeding, ensuring you don't mistake pre-existing bugs for new ones.

Will this skill modify my repository's .gitignore file?

Yes, for safety purposes. It checks if the worktree directory is ignored and, if not, adds it to the .gitignore and commits the change to prevent local worktree files from polluting your git status.

Git Worktree Isolation

Name: Git Worktree Isolation
Author: ReinaMacCredy

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Herramientas para Desarrolladores

Automates the creation and management of isolated Git worktrees for clean, concurrent development environments.

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This skill enables Claude to efficiently handle multiple feature branches by setting up isolated Git worktrees, preventing workspace pollution and dependency conflicts. It follows a systematic approach to directory selection, ensures safety by verifying .gitignore configurations, and establishes a clean baseline by running project tests before development begins. By isolating feature work from the main workspace, developers can switch contexts seamlessly and ensure that AI-generated changes are tested against a stable environment without disturbing ongoing tasks.

Características Principales

Systematic worktree directory selection and creation
Automated .gitignore safety verification and updates
Seamless integration with planning and cleanup workflows
Pre-development baseline testing to ensure environment stability
22 GitHub stars
Auto-detection of project setup commands for npm, cargo, and pip

Casos de Uso

Starting a new feature branch without disturbing the current working directory
Managing multiple concurrent pull requests or bug fixes simultaneously
Running experiments in a clean environment while maintaining a stable main build

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Características Principales

Systematic worktree directory selection and creation
Automated .gitignore safety verification and updates
Seamless integration with planning and cleanup workflows
Pre-development baseline testing to ensure environment stability
22 GitHub stars
Auto-detection of project setup commands for npm, cargo, and pip

Casos de Uso

Starting a new feature branch without disturbing the current working directory
Managing multiple concurrent pull requests or bug fixes simultaneously
Running experiments in a clean environment while maintaining a stable main build