Where are the worktrees created by default?

By default, worktrees are created in a './worktrees' directory within your project, though this is fully customizable via the configuration file.

What is the main benefit of using Git worktrees over standard branching?

Git worktrees allow you to have multiple branches checked out simultaneously in different folders. This eliminates the need to stash changes or perform complex 'git checkout' operations when switching between tasks.

Can I automate environment setup with this skill?

Yes. By configuring the 'onBootstrap' hook in your config file, you can automatically run commands like 'npm install' or build scripts immediately after the worktree is created.

How does the spec file integration work?

When you use the --spec flag, the skill copies a specified markdown or documentation file into the new worktree and updates its frontmatter with the new branch and directory details.

Git Worktree Manager

Name: Git Worktree Manager
Author: ky1ejs

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Creates and bootstraps isolated Git worktrees to enable parallel development and seamless context switching without branch stashing.

About

The Git Worktree Manager skill automates the complex process of setting up isolated development environments. By leveraging Git worktrees, it allows you to work on multiple features or hotfixes simultaneously in separate directories while sharing the same underlying repository. The skill goes beyond simple creation by offering automated branch naming patterns, integration with specification files, and customizable bootstrap hooks that can automatically install dependencies or configure environments, ensuring your new workspace is ready for immediate use.

Key Features

Integrated specification file copying and metadata updates
Support for custom base branches and configurable directory paths
1 GitHub stars
Post-creation bootstrap hooks for automated environment setup
Automated Git worktree creation with isolated working directories
Customizable branch naming patterns using {name} and {date} tokens

Use Cases

Bootstrapping specialized environments for code reviews without disturbing your local development state
Switching to an emergency hotfix while keeping your current feature work active and un-stashed
Running multiple versions of an application side-by-side for comparison or integration testing

About

Key Features

Integrated specification file copying and metadata updates
Support for custom base branches and configurable directory paths
1 GitHub stars
Post-creation bootstrap hooks for automated environment setup
Automated Git worktree creation with isolated working directories
Customizable branch naming patterns using {name} and {date} tokens

Use Cases

Bootstrapping specialized environments for code reviews without disturbing your local development state
Switching to an emergency hotfix while keeping your current feature work active and un-stashed
Running multiple versions of an application side-by-side for comparison or integration testing