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finishing-a-development-branch

Verify tests and present merge, PR, keep, or discard options for a development branch.

24|5|Updated Feb 28, 2026
Search Tags:#git#cleanup#merge#branch#pull-request#test-verification
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yves-s/just-ship --skill finishing-a-development-branch-yves-s
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: finishing-a-development-branch
Source: https://github.com/yves-s/just-ship/tree/main/skills/finishing-a-development-branch
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yves-s/just-ship --skill finishing-a-development-branch-yves-s

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps developers safely complete a feature branch by ensuring tests pass, presenting clear integration options, and handling the chosen workflow without accidental deletions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Test verification before any merge or PR action.
  • Four deterministic options: merge locally, push and create a PR, keep the branch unchanged, or discard it with confirmation.
  • Automatic worktree cleanup for merge and discard paths.
  • Safety checks such as base‑branch detection and explicit discard confirmation.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to finish the current development branch using the finishing-a-development-branch skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about finishing-a-development-branch

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I safely merge a git feature branch after tests pass?▼

To safely merge a git feature branch after tests pass, the skill verifies tests, detects the base branch, and executes a local merge with automatic worktree cleanup.

What's the best way to clean up git branches after completing a pull request?▼

The best way to clean up git branches after a pull request is to use the finishing-a-development-branch skill, which offers deterministic options to keep, merge, create a PR, or discard the branch with explicit confirmation and worktree cleanup.

Can I create a pull request directly from a local git branch?▼

Yes, you can create a pull request from a local git branch by selecting the push and create PR option after the skill verifies tests and detects the base branch.

Does this branch cleanup skill verify tests before merging?▼

Yes, the branch cleanup skill verifies tests before merging or creating a pull request, ensuring no unverified code is integrated into the base branch.

How do I discard a git development branch without accidental deletions?▼

To discard a git development branch safely, the skill requires explicit discard confirmation before deleting the branch and automatically cleans up the associated worktree.

What happens if I choose to keep my git branch unchanged?▼

If you choose to keep your git branch unchanged, the finishing-a-development-branch skill skips merging, discarding, and worktree cleanup, leaving your current development work intact for continued work.

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