Use when starting feature work that needs isolation from current workspace or before executing implementation plans. Creates isolated git worktrees with smart directory selection and safety verification.
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---
name: using-git-worktrees
description: Use when starting feature work that needs isolation from current workspace or before executing implementation plans. Creates isolated git worktrees with smart directory selection and safety verification.
allowed-tools: Read, Bash, Grep, Glob
---
# Git Worktrees
Git worktrees create isolated workspaces sharing the same repository, allowing work on multiple branches simultaneously.
**Announce at start:** "I'm using the using-git-worktrees skill to set up an isolated workspace."
## Quick Start
```bash
# Create worktree with new branch
git worktree add .worktrees/feature-auth -b feature/auth
# Create worktree from existing branch
git worktree add .worktrees/bugfix bugfix/issue-123
# List worktrees
git worktree list
# Remove worktree
git worktree remove .worktrees/feature-auth
```
## Directory Selection
1. Check existing: `.worktrees/` or `worktrees/`
2. Check CLAUDE.md for preference
3. Ask user if neither exists
## Safety Requirements
**Before creating project-local worktree:**
```bash
# Verify directory is in .gitignore
grep -q "^\.worktrees/$" .gitignore || grep -q "^worktrees/$" .gitignore
```
If NOT in .gitignore: Add it immediately and commit.
## References
- [WORKFLOW.md](WORKFLOW.md) - Detailed workflow steps
- [scripts/](scripts/) - Helper scripts
