git-cleanup

What problem does it solve?

Git cleanup helps you keep local repositories tidy by identifying and removing obsolete branches after merges or remote deletions.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Local branch assessment and automated deletion suggestions to maintain a clean history.
• Detect remote status ([gone]), merged, or abandoned branches and guide safe deletions.
• Dry-run previews and safety checks to prevent accidental data loss.

Quick Start

1. Backup your repository: git bundle create ~/backup-branches-$(date +%Y%m%d).bundle --all
2. List branches and identify candidates: git branch -v
3. Preview deletions (dry-run): git branch --merged main | grep -v '^*' | xargs -I{} bash -c 'echo Would delete {}'
4. Delete a branch safely after validation: git branch -d <branch-name> or force with -D if needed