How does the skill handle repository organization?

It follows a best-practice pattern of storing worktrees in a hidden '.worktrees/' directory at your project root and ensures this directory is added to your .gitignore.

Does this skill help with project setup in new worktrees?

Yes, it automatically detects project types and can run setup commands like yarn install, npm install, or pip install to ensure the new worktree is ready for use.

Is it possible to work on the same branch in two different worktrees?

No, Git prevents a single branch from being checked out in multiple worktrees simultaneously to prevent data corruption; the skill helps you create new branches to avoid this.

What is the primary benefit of using Git worktrees over stashing?

Git worktrees allow you to have multiple branches checked out at once in different directories, meaning you can switch tasks instantly without losing your uncommitted work or rebuild state.

Can I use this skill to clean up merged branches?

Yes, the skill includes commands to safely remove worktrees, delete their associated branches, and prune any stale metadata from the Git repository.

Git Worktree Manager

Name: Git Worktree Manager
Author: martin-janci

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Streamlines Git worktree management for efficient parallel branch development without the need for stashing or context switching.

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The Git Worktree Manager skill empowers Claude to handle isolated working directories within a single repository, enabling developers to work on multiple branches simultaneously. It automates the lifecycle of worktrees—from creation and .gitignore configuration to environment setup and cleanup—using a standardized '.worktrees/' directory structure. This approach eliminates the friction of frequent branch switching and ensures each development task has a dedicated, clean environment for testing and implementation.

Características Principales

Isolated environment setup including automatic dependency installation (npm, yarn, pip, cargo)
Standardized directory management using a hidden '.worktrees/' structure
Safe cleanup tools for removing worktrees and pruning stale references
Automated worktree creation with integrated branch naming conventions
Proactive .gitignore verification to maintain repository cleanliness
1 GitHub stars

Casos de Uso

Creating clean, isolated environments for reviewing Pull Requests without interrupting current work
Simultaneously developing a new feature while maintaining a hotfix in a separate directory
Running multiple project versions in parallel on different ports for comparison and testing

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Características Principales

Isolated environment setup including automatic dependency installation (npm, yarn, pip, cargo)
Standardized directory management using a hidden '.worktrees/' structure
Safe cleanup tools for removing worktrees and pruning stale references
Automated worktree creation with integrated branch naming conventions
Proactive .gitignore verification to maintain repository cleanliness
1 GitHub stars

Casos de Uso

Creating clean, isolated environments for reviewing Pull Requests without interrupting current work
Simultaneously developing a new feature while maintaining a hotfix in a separate directory
Running multiple project versions in parallel on different ports for comparison and testing