using-git-worktrees

To create an isolated Git worktree, this skill automates workspace setup by auto-detecting the project name, selecting a priority-based directory, and creating the worktree on a new branch. It prevents workspace contamination by enforcing clean baselines for concurrent feature work.

Git worktrees provide isolated workspaces sharing the same repository, enabling concurrent feature work without disturbing the main workspace. This skill streamlines worktree setup, enforces safety checks, and reduces the risk of accidentally committing to the wrong branch.

Yes, this skill performs safety verification to ensure worktrees are ignored by gitignore before creation. This prevents accidental commits of project-local worktree directories and maintains a clean repository state across your dev workflow.

Switching development context is handled by creating a Git worktree on a new branch and automatically switching context to the isolated workspace. The skill then guides you through optional subsequent setup steps to complete the transition.

Git worktrees require careful directory management to avoid workspace contamination, and this skill mitigates that by preferring local project directories then global locations. You must ensure your gitignore properly excludes worktree paths to prevent accidental repository commits.