worktree-start-feature

To isolate feature development using a git worktree, the Skill creates a dedicated worktree at .worktrees/<slug> and a new feature branch from your base reference. This ensures all changes remain separate from the primary workspace.

Managing multiple git branches without affecting the main directory is achieved by creating separate worktrees for each feature. The Skill records each active worktree in .worktrees/_active.json, tracking branch, base, and path for deterministic execution.

Setting up a git worktree workflow for isolated experiments starts with preflight checks that verify repository status and identify the base branch, preferring main and falling back to master. It then creates a dedicated workspace and feature branch.

Yes, you can execute git commands inside a worktree without manual directory switching. The Skill performs all feature work inside the worktree using git -C <path>, ensuring deterministic, isolated changes with proper commit discipline.

To finish work in a git worktree and prepare for a pull request, the Skill ensures a clean state and presents a summary. After user approval, it provides the option to open a PR directly from the isolated feature branch.

The worktree workflow enforces branch naming conventions and worktree path conventions automatically. Preflight checks verify repository status before creating the feature branch from the base reference, ensuring consistent isolation practices.