How does the skill ensure worktrees aren't committed to the repository?

The skill automatically verifies that your worktree directory is listed in .gitignore. If it is missing, the skill adds and commits the ignore rule before creating the worktree.

Why should I use worktrees instead of just switching branches?

Worktrees allow you to have multiple branches checked out in separate directories simultaneously, eliminating the need to stash changes or rebuild environments when switching tasks.

What happens if the baseline tests fail?

The skill will report the specific failures and ask for your explicit permission before proceeding, preventing you from building on top of a broken codebase.

Which programming languages does the auto-setup support?

It supports Node.js (package.json), Rust (Cargo.toml), Python (requirements.txt/pyproject.toml), and Go (go.mod), automatically running dependency installations and builds.

Can I specify a custom directory for my worktrees?

Yes, the skill checks for preferences in CLAUDE.md or prompts you to choose between project-local (.worktrees/) or global (~/.config/superpowers/worktrees/) locations.

Git Worktree Manager

Name: Git Worktree Manager
Author: Krosebrook

byKrosebrook

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Productivity & Workflow

Orchestrates isolated Git workspaces for concurrent feature development with automated environment setup and safety verification.

This skill automates the creation and management of Git worktrees, enabling developers to work on multiple branches simultaneously without the overhead of context switching or the risks of 'stash-and-switch' workflows. It intelligently detects preferred worktree locations, ensures workspace isolation through automatic .gitignore updates, and streamlines the onboarding process by auto-detecting project types like Node.js, Rust, Python, and Go to run initial setup and baseline tests. It is an essential tool for maintaining clean development environments in complex monorepos where stability and isolation are paramount.

Key Features

01Automated .gitignore verification to prevent accidental commits of worktree data

02Baseline test verification to ensure development starts from a stable, passing state

03Intelligent directory selection based on project conventions and CLAUDE.md preferences

04Multi-language environment auto-detection for NPM, Cargo, Pip, Poetry, and Go

05Seamless integration with brainstorming and development branch lifecycle management

061 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Applying an urgent hotfix while maintaining a long-running feature branch without losing context

02Starting a new feature implementation that requires an isolated environment from the main workspace

03Setting up clean, test-verified baselines for automated subagent development tasks

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add krosebrook/source-of-truth-monorepo using-git-worktrees

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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