git-worktree

To start isolated feature work, you can create a git worktree and a dedicated branch. This sets up a separate directory linked to your repository, allowing you to develop features without modifying your main working directory.

A git worktree is a mechanism that allows you to check out multiple branches into separate directories simultaneously. You need it for feature branch management when you must isolate new feature work from your current working directory.

You create a dedicated worktree directory by providing a feature name when prompted. This generates a new branch named feat/<feature-name> and a worktree located at ./worktrees/<feature-name>.

Yes, the git worktree creation process validates that the repository remains clean prior to work. It also checks that the target worktree path is ignored by git and not already present.

Yes, you can seamlessly switch back to the main workspace after finishing your isolated work. The worktree operates independently, leaving your original working directory untouched until you return.

Git worktree provides a dedicated, persistent directory for your feature work, whereas stashing temporarily shelves changes. Worktrees are ideal when you need to maintain an isolated workspace without losing context or affecting the main branch.