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stacked-branches

Manage and navigate git stacks with git-branchless.

Updated Jun 9, 2020
Search Tags:#git#merge requests#stack management#commit manipulation#branchless
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bgschiller/dotfiles --skill stacked-branches
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: stacked-branches
Source: https://github.com/bgschiller/dotfiles/tree/main/skills/stacked-branches
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bgschiller/dotfiles --skill stacked-branches

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires git-branchless, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the management of complex git stacks, enabling users to work with stacked merge requests, restack commits, and push multiple related branches more effectively.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Stack Management: Organize and view the structure of a stack of branches and their dependencies.
  • Navigation: Switch between commits and branches within the stack.
  • Commit Manipulation: Add, move, and remove commits within the stack without disrupting the overall structure.
  • Pushing: Safely push the entire stack to a remote repository.
  • Merge Requests: Create merge requests for stacked branches and manage dependencies.
  • Use Case: For developers working on large features that require multiple dependent pull requests, this Skill streamlines the process of managing these stacks.

Quick Start

Use the stacked-branches skill to see the current stack structure and navigate to a specific commit in your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about stacked-branches

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage complex git stacks and stacked merge requests?▼

Stacked branch management involves organizing dependent branches, navigating commits, and safely pushing the entire stack to a remote repository. This approach streamlines workflows requiring multiple related pull requests.

Can I safely push and restack commits without disrupting the branchless stack structure?▼

Yes, restacking commits within a git stack allows you to add, move, and remove changes while preserving the overall structure. This ensures dependent branches remain intact during commit manipulation.

Do I need git-branchless to visualize and navigate stacked branches?▼

Yes, git-branchless is a required dependency. It provides the underlying structure and commands needed to view stack organization and switch between commits within the stack.

What is the best way to handle large features split across multiple dependent pull requests?▼

Using stacked merge requests allows developers to split large features into dependent branches. You can visualize the stack structure, manage dependencies, and push related branches together for streamlined review.

Why does moving commits in a stack sometimes break dependent branches?▼

Moving commits can disrupt dependencies if the stack structure is not properly restacked. Using a branchless workflow ensures that commit manipulation automatically updates the dependent branches within the stack.

Does stacked-branches work with remote repositories for pushing multiple related branches?▼

Yes, you can safely push the entire stack of branches to a remote repository. This ensures all dependent branches and their updated commit structures are synchronized remotely.

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