using-git-worktrees - Set up isolated git worktrees for feature development
Ensures an isolated workspace exists via native tools or git worktree fallback, sets up dependencies, and runs baseline tests.
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Updated: 2026-09-16Capabilities
Typical Inputs
What this skill does
- Detect existing isolated workspace
- Check git submodule status
- Create git worktree
- Update gitignore file
- Install project dependencies
- Run baseline test suite
Inputs
- Git repository
- Target branch name
- Worktree path preference
- Project manifest files
Outputs
- Isolated worktree directory
- New git branch
- Updated .gitignore file
- Installed dependencies
- Workspace readiness status report
Requirements
- Git CLI
- Directory write permissions
