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To start a new feature branch with Graphite, provide a branch name to the Skill. It normalizes the name with a jm/ prefix and uses the gt create command to branch your work, even with uncommitted changes present.

Yes, you can create a Graphite branch with uncommitted changes. The Skill checks for uncommitted changes and continues safely, allowing you to isolate new work without stashing your current progress first.

The best way to normalize branch names for a Graphite workflow is using this Skill, which automatically parses and validates your input, adding the required jm/ prefix if missing before creating the branch.

Yes, you need a Bash environment to use this Graphite branching Skill. It relies on Bash to execute the gt create command, parse arguments, and provide post-creation guidance for your new feature branch.

Graphite branch creation requires a jm/ prefix for name normalization. This Skill handles the prefix automatically during argument parsing, ensuring your branch name is valid before executing the gt create command.

Creating a Graphite branch isolates new work into a separate branch, reducing context switching and merge conflicts. This organization keeps your main branch clean and integrates features systematically.