finishing-a-development-branch

To safely merge a git branch after tests pass, you can use a guided process that verifies tests before presenting merge options, requires a named merge commit, and runs post-merge test verification.

Creating a pull request with required test verification involves enforcing pre-push test checks, pushing the branch, and generating a formatted pull request while ensuring no failing work is integrated.

The best way to discard a git branch without losing important specs is to use a workflow that archives explicitly identified plans before deletion and requires typed confirmation for the destructive operation.

Yes, you can keep a git development branch by selecting the keep option during branch finalization, which preserves your work without merging or discarding, while still verifying tests and determining branch context.

You should run tests before and after merging a development branch to prevent accidental integration of incomplete or failing work and to ensure the merge mechanics did not introduce regressions.

No, safe git branch finalization requires a named merge commit to explicitly identify the integration point and ensure safe archival and merge mechanics during the development workflow.