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branch-cleanup

Automates Git branch cleanup and synchronization with the main branch after merges.

1|Updated May 30, 2025
Search Tags:#git#developer tools#version control#branching#cleanup
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pkuppens/on_prem_rag --skill branch-cleanup
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: branch-cleanup
Source: https://github.com/pkuppens/on_prem_rag/tree/main/.claude/skills/branch-cleanup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pkuppens/on_prem_rag --skill branch-cleanup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps maintain a clean local Git repository by automatically removing branches that have already been merged into the main branch, reducing clutter and preventing confusion.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Sync Local Branches: Updates your local main branch and removes outdated local branches.
  • Handles Merge Types: Supports cleanup after merge, squash-merge, and rebase-merge operations.
  • Use Case: After merging a feature branch into main, run this skill to automatically delete the now-redundant feature branch locally.

Quick Start

Run the branch-cleanup skill to synchronize your local branches with the main branch.

Frequently Asked Questions about branch-cleanup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically delete local git branches after a pull request is merged?▼

To delete local git branches after a merge, this skill checks out the main branch, pulls the latest changes, prunes stale remote-tracking branches, and deletes local branches whose content is already integrated into main.

What is the best way to clean up stale git branches in my local repository?▼

To clean up stale git branches, this skill automates synchronizing local branches with the main branch, prunes stale remote-tracking branches, and deletes local branches already merged into main to reduce repository clutter.

Does branch cleanup support squash-merge and rebase-merge operations?▼

Yes, this branch cleanup skill supports cleanup after standard merge, squash-merge, and rebase-merge operations, identifying and removing local branches whose content is already integrated into main.

How do I sync local branches with the main branch after merging?▼

You can sync local branches with the main branch by running this skill, which checks out main, pulls the latest changes, prunes stale remote-tracking branches, and deletes integrated local branches to keep your repository up-to-date.

Why do I need to prune stale remote-tracking branches during git cleanup?▼

Pruning stale remote-tracking branches during git cleanup removes outdated references to deleted remote branches, preventing confusion and ensuring your local repository accurately reflects the current remote state.

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