using-git-worktrees

To create an isolated git worktree, the skill automates safe directory selection, applies ignore rule verification, and sets up the correct branching to keep your feature work separate from the main repository.

Using git worktrees is the best way to keep feature branches separate, allowing multiple isolated workspaces without switching contexts and avoiding repository clutter.

Directory selection for a git worktree uses a priority approach, checking for a .worktrees folder, a generic worktrees directory, or a specified CLAUDE.md preference to ensure correct placement.

Before creating a git worktree, safety verification ensures target directories are properly ignored and establishes a clean baseline setup to prevent accidental repository clutter.

Yes, you can automate git branch creation and environment setup because the skill handles automatic project setup steps, verifies readiness, and reports when the isolated workspace is prepared.

You should not use git worktrees if your project lacks proper ignore rules for the target directory, as safety verification depends on ignored directories to maintain a clean baseline.