Agent skill
using-git-worktrees
Use when starting feature work that needs isolation from current workspace or before executing implementation plans.
Install this agent skill to your Project
npx add-skill https://github.com/a5c-ai/babysitter/tree/main/library/methodologies/superpowers/skills/using-git-worktrees
SKILL.md
Using Git Worktrees
Overview
Create isolated workspaces sharing the same repository. Systematic directory selection + safety verification.
Core principle: Isolated workspace before implementation.
Process
- Check existing directories (.worktrees/ or worktrees/)
- Verify directory is gitignored
- Create worktree with new branch
- Run project setup (auto-detect npm/cargo/pip/go)
- Verify clean test baseline
- Report ready
Safety
- Always verify worktree directory is gitignored
- Always run baseline tests
- Report failures before proceeding
Agents Used
- Process agents referenced in
superpowers-workflow.js
Tool Use
Referenced by executing-plans and subagent-driven-development processes.
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