git-worktree

Git worktrees let you manage parallel development by creating isolated working directories from a base branch. A dedicated manager script ensures consistent directory structure and environment variable parity, preventing manual setup errors during concurrent feature contexts.

When creating a Git worktree, the manager script automatically copies .env* files, excluding .env.example, into the new working directory. This ensures environment variables remain consistent across parallel development contexts without manual file duplication.

The safest way to clean up inactive Git worktrees is through an interactive confirmation prompt in the manager script. This prevents accidental deletions by requiring explicit approval before removing isolated working directories from your repository.

Yes, Git worktrees support PR review without losing environment setup. The manager script creates isolated contexts for reviewing pull requests and automatically applies existing .env* files so the reviewed code runs with the correct configuration.

Using a manager script instead of raw git worktree add enforces safety guardrails and environment parity. The script ensures .worktrees is gitignored, copies necessary .env* files, and provides interactive confirmations that standard Git commands lack.

You list and switch between Git worktrees using the manager script, which displays a clear current status for each isolated context. This lets you move between parallel feature branches quickly while maintaining awareness of your active working directory.