How do I create a stacked branch in GitButler?

Use the command 'but branch new --anchor ' or the short form '-a' to create a branch that depends on another.

What is the recommended merge order for stacks?

Stacks should always be merged 'bottom-to-top,' starting with the base feature and proceeding sequentially through its dependent children.

How does GitButler handle conflicts in a stack?

GitButler resolves conflicts on a per-commit basis during rebases. Unlike standard git, remaining commits in the stack can continue rebasing even if some commits have conflicts.

What is the difference between virtual and stacked branches?

Virtual branches are for independent, parallel tasks, while stacked branches represent sequential dependencies where each level builds on the previous one.

GitButler Stacks

Name: GitButler Stacks
Author: outfitter-dev

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Herramientas para Desarrolladores

Manages sequential branch dependencies and stacked PR workflows using GitButler's anchor-based system.

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GitButler Stacks is a specialized tool for developers who need to break down large features into smaller, reviewable chunks using dependent branch hierarchies. By utilizing anchor-based stacking, this skill allows Claude to help you manage complex workflows where each branch builds upon its parent, automating the creation of dependent Pull Requests and streamlining the rebase process across the entire stack. It is particularly useful for maintaining granular code reviews and organizing exploratory code into structured, sequential sequences without the manual overhead of traditional git rebase management.

Características Principales

Anchor-based branch creation for establishing sequential dependencies
Post-hoc stack reorganization via commit moving and squashing
18 GitHub stars
Automated stack publishing that handles PR base branch targeting
Simultaneous management of multiple active branches without manual checkouts
Intelligent per-commit conflict resolution during stack rebases

Casos de Uso

Converting independent exploratory branches into a structured stack after development
Managing dependency chains such as 'Refactor -> API -> UI'
Breaking a massive feature into a sequence of small, reviewable Pull Requests

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Características Principales

Anchor-based branch creation for establishing sequential dependencies
Post-hoc stack reorganization via commit moving and squashing
18 GitHub stars
Automated stack publishing that handles PR base branch targeting
Simultaneous management of multiple active branches without manual checkouts
Intelligent per-commit conflict resolution during stack rebases

Casos de Uso

Converting independent exploratory branches into a structured stack after development
Managing dependency chains such as 'Refactor -> API -> UI'
Breaking a massive feature into a sequence of small, reviewable Pull Requests