using-git-worktrees

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Use when starting feature work that needs isolation from current workspace or before executing implementation plans. Creates isolated git worktrees with smart directory selection and safety verification.

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Added on2026-02-07

NPX Install

npx skill4agent add julianobarbosa/claude-code-skills using-git-worktrees

SKILL.md Content

Git Worktrees

Git worktrees create isolated workspaces sharing the same repository, allowing work on multiple branches simultaneously.

Announce at start: "I'm using the using-git-worktrees skill to set up an isolated workspace."

Quick Start

bash

# Create worktree with new branch
git worktree add .worktrees/feature-auth -b feature/auth

# Create worktree from existing branch
git worktree add .worktrees/bugfix bugfix/issue-123

# List worktrees
git worktree list

# Remove worktree
git worktree remove .worktrees/feature-auth

Directory Selection

Check existing:
```
.worktrees/
```
or
```
worktrees/
```
Check CLAUDE.md for preference
Ask user if neither exists

Safety Requirements

Before creating project-local worktree:

bash

# Verify directory is in .gitignore
grep -q "^\.worktrees/$" .gitignore || grep -q "^worktrees/$" .gitignore

If NOT in .gitignore: Add it immediately and commit.

References

WORKFLOW.md - Detailed workflow steps
scripts/ - Helper scripts