How does it ensure the main branch stays clean?

By isolating feature work in dedicated directories, you avoid accidental commits to the main branch and can easily manage merges and branch deletions once tasks are complete.

Why use worktrees instead of stashing?

Worktrees allow you to have multiple branches checked out in separate directories simultaneously, enabling you to run different versions of your project side-by-side without the overhead of stashing and reapplying changes.

Where are the worktrees stored?

The skill offers flexible storage options, including project-local hidden directories (.worktrees/), visible directories (worktrees/), or a global configuration path like ~/.config/superpowers/worktrees/.

Does this skill handle dependency installation?

Yes, it automatically detects configuration files for Node.js, Rust, Python, and Go to install necessary dependencies as soon as a worktree is created.

Git Worktree Workflow

Name: Git Worktree Workflow
Author: Bbeierle12

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Developer Tools

Automates the creation and management of isolated Git worktrees to maintain a clean main branch while developing multiple features simultaneously.

The Git Worktree Workflow skill empowers developers to switch contexts seamlessly without the need for stashing or complex branch switching. By creating isolated directories for each feature or bugfix, it ensures the main development branch remains pristine and ready for deployment. The skill handles the entire lifecycle of a worktree—from smart directory selection and automated dependency installation to post-development cleanup and safety verification—providing a robust framework for parallel development workflows.

Key Features

01Automated post-creation setup including dependency installation for major frameworks

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03Smart worktree directory selection and automated .gitignore management

04Isolated environment creation for features, bugfixes, and hotfixes

05Streamlined worktree lifecycle management including list, remove, and prune operations

06Integrated safety verification with initial test suite execution

Use Cases

01Maintaining multiple active workstreams without the friction of frequent git stash and git checkout commands

02Working on a long-running feature while simultaneously addressing urgent bugfixes on the main branch

03Performing code reviews or testing PRs in a separate environment without losing current progress

What are Skills?·How to Install

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npx skillfish add bbeierle12/skill-mcp-claude using-git-worktrees

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