git-worktree-guide

What problem does it solve?

Managing multiple git worktrees across a single repository can be error-prone and hard to coordinate. This guide explains how to use the wt script to simplify creating, switching, listing, and deleting worktrees while avoiding conflicts and keeping workspaces organized.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Guidance on when and why to use git worktrees for parallel development, PR reviews, and long-running tasks
• Safe naming conventions, configuration tips, and troubleshooting workflows that minimize disruption to your primary worktree
• Clear workflows showing how to create a new worktree, switch between worktrees, and clean up when done

Quick Start

Try wt list to view current worktrees, then create a new worktree with wt create DEV-123 and switch into it with wt switch DEV-123