Worktree

ELI5 — The Vibe Check

A worktree lets you have multiple branches checked out at the same time in different folders. Instead of stashing your work and switching branches, you just open a different folder. Like having multiple desks for different tasks.

Real Talk

Git worktrees allow you to check out multiple branches simultaneously in separate directories linked to the same repository. This avoids the overhead of stashing/switching and enables parallel development.

Show Me The Code

git worktree add ../hotfix-dir hotfix-branch
# Work in ../hotfix-dir while main stays in .
git worktree remove ../hotfix-dir

When You'll Hear This

"Use a worktree for the hotfix so you don't lose your current work."