prep-workspace

Automating git branch creation and pre-start checks involves verifying repo state, creating a feature branch from origin/main, and detecting unfinished work. This workflow guards against errors by surfacing open PRs and pending tasks before development begins.

Ensuring a clean mainline requires pre-start checks on git status, stashes, and open PRs. By verifying the repository state and detecting unfinished work before branching, you prevent conflicts and avoid rework on the main codebase.

Configurable branch prefixes are supported during workspace setup to structure work consistently. When a new development task is initiated, the feature branch is created from origin/main using your defined naming conventions.

Pending tasks and open PRs are discovered through automatic pre-start checks during workspace setup. The system scans for unfinished work and reports current status and potential blockers, allowing you to resume work without missing context.

Automated workspace setup handles git status and stash checks automatically as part of its pre-start workflow. You do not need manual checks; the system verifies repository state and reports blockers before creating a dedicated branch.

Automated branching should be avoided when your project lacks a clean mainline or requires complex branching strategies beyond feature branches. If origin/main is not the baseline, the pre-start checks and configurable prefixes may not fit your workflow.