using-git-worktrees

You create an isolated git worktree by initiating a setup process that establishes a per-branch workspace, automatically selecting a local or global directory while verifying gitignore safety to prevent accidental commits.

Using isolated git worktrees is the best way to manage multiple branches simultaneously. Worktrees share the same repository but allow you to develop features in separate directories without constantly switching your main checkout.

Yes, you can use a global user-space location for centralized worktree management. The setup also supports local project directories like .worktrees or worktrees, applying priority-based selection to determine the final placement.

Git worktree setup ensures safety by running gitignore verification checks before enabling the worktree. This prevents ignored directories, such as the newly created worktree folders, from being accidentally committed into the repository.

You should set up a git worktree when starting feature work that requires isolation or testing changes in a clean environment. Worktrees allow simultaneous development on multiple branches without the overhead of stashing or switching contexts.