Does this skill check if tests pass before merging?

Yes, the skill mandates a successful test run using your project's native test suite (e.g., npm test, pytest, cargo test) before it permits any merge or PR actions.

How does it handle Git worktrees?

The skill intelligently detects if you are working in a worktree and automatically removes it after a local merge or branch discard, while preserving it if you choose to keep the branch active.

What happens if I want to delete my work?

There is a 'Discard' option that requires you to explicitly type 'discard' as a confirmation before it deletes commits and branches, preventing accidental loss of work.

Can I use this to create GitHub Pull Requests?

Yes, the skill includes a specific workflow to push your branch to the remote origin and use the GitHub CLI to generate a structured Pull Request with a summary and test plan.

Finish Development Branch

Name: Finish Development Branch
Author: dkyazzentwatwa

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Productivity & Workflow

Streamlines the final stages of feature development by automating test verification, branch merging, and Pull Request creation.

The Finishing a Development Branch skill provides a structured framework for concluding work on a feature or bug fix within Claude Code. It enforces best practices by requiring successful test execution before offering four clear integration paths: local merging, pushing for a Pull Request, preserving the branch, or safe disposal. By automating the repetitive Git commands and worktree cleanup associated with the end of a development cycle, it reduces the risk of merging broken code and ensures a clean, organized repository state.

Key Features

01Safe branch disposal with explicit confirmation prompts to prevent accidental data loss

02Automated GitHub Pull Request creation with structured summaries and test plans

03Intelligent Git worktree detection and automated post-merge cleanup

04Mandatory test suite verification before allowing branch finalization

05Multi-option workflow supporting local merges, remote PRs, or preservation

0629 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Finalizing a feature branch and merging it into main after verifying all local tests pass

02Automating the creation of a standardized GitHub Pull Request for team code review

03Safely cleaning up experimental branches and associated worktrees to maintain repository hygiene

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add dkyazzentwatwa/supernavigator finishing-a-development-branch

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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