using-git-worktrees

Git worktrees create isolated directory checkouts, allowing you to work on multiple branches simultaneously without disrupting the main working tree. This avoids switching branches constantly and prevents accidental commits of workspace artifacts.

To create a safe git worktree, select a project-local directory like .worktrees/, verify it exists in your .gitignore, and run git worktree add. Remediation is required if the directory is not ignored.

Yes, after adding a worktree, you can automatically run project-specific setup like dependency installation or builds, and execute tests to validate a clean baseline before you begin feature development.

Using git worktrees is the best way to manage concurrent branch workspaces. They provide isolated directories for feature development, testing, and implementation planning without altering the main repository state.

Your git worktree directory appears as untracked files because it is missing from your project .gitignore. You must verify .gitignore contains the worktree directory path and add it if absent.