using-git-worktrees

Git worktrees provide isolated directory checkouts from a single repository, allowing you to experiment on feature branches without altering your main workspace. This prevents uncommitted changes from leaking into ongoing development.

To ensure worktrees are not committed, run preflight checks using git check-ignore to verify ignore rules before creating the workspace. This safety verification prevents the isolated directories from being accidentally tracked by version control.

Yes, you can configure git worktrees to use either project-local .worktrees directories or global directories. The setup automatically selects the path based on your preferences and auto-detects the project context for accurate placement.

The best way to manage cross-branch workflows is using isolated git worktrees with enforced preflight checks. This approach safely separates experimentation and feature development while running necessary build and install tools before you start.

Yes, setting up a git worktree auto-detects the project context and runs project setup commands, including installing or building tools as needed, before activation. This ensures the isolated workspace is fully prepared for development.

Git worktrees share the same underlying repository history, saving disk space and synchronization time compared to cloning. They provide safe isolation for feature work and experimentation while keeping all branches accessible from a single local git database.