worktree-setup

Automating git worktree setup involves discovering repository-specific requirements and generating hooks to configure dependencies and ports. This skill standardizes Claude Code worktrees by detecting missing gitignored files and wiring environment variables for multi-branch workflows.

Worktree environment consistency prevents port collisions by assigning per-worktree ports and correctly wiring shared caches during setup. This ensures multiple branches run simultaneously without overlapping network configurations or competing for resources.

Yes, you need jq installed to configure Claude Code dev environments using this skill. Jq is a required dependency for parsing repository requirements and generating the automated hooks needed for non-destructive file merging and setup.

Yes, you can verify a new development worktree is functional by running a built-in smoke test. This validation checks that environment setup, dependency installation, and port management are correctly configured before you start coding.

The best way to bootstrap idempotent configuration for git worktrees is to automate the discovery of repository requirements while applying non-destructive file merging. This ensures repeated setup runs produce consistent environments without overwriting existing local changes.