using-git-worktrees

You create an isolated git worktree by running `git worktree add` with a target path and new branch name, which generates a separate working directory without disturbing your active workspace. The skill automates this by prioritizing `.worktrees` or `worktrees` directories for safe placement.

A git worktree is a linked working directory that lets you check out multiple branches simultaneously from a single repository. You need it for feature development when running large experiments or parallel tasks without disrupting your main branch.

Yes, this git worktree setup supports Node, Rust, Python, and Go projects by auto-detecting the project type during creation. It runs the appropriate dependency installation and build steps automatically before implementation begins.

You prevent git worktree directories from being accidentally committed by verifying the chosen local path is listed in your `.gitignore` file. The skill enforces this safety check automatically for project-local worktrees placed in `.worktrees` or `worktrees`.

The best way to organize local git worktree paths is using a priority system: prefer `.worktrees` first, then `worktrees`, then checking `CLAUDE.md` preferences, and finally prompting the user. This ensures safe, consistent directory placement across project directories.

Yes, you can create a git worktree in a global location outside your project directory. If local directories like `.worktrees` are unavailable, the system uses `CLAUDE.md` preferences or prompts you to specify a global path for the worktree.