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Using git worktrees

by Jesse Vincent (opens in a new tab) obra/superpowers

Creates an isolated worktree for feature work and sets the project up inside it.

Installation

Skills CLI

Skills CLI command
npx skills@latest add obra/superpowers --skill using-git-worktrees

Requires Node.js and npm. Choose your agents in the installer; add -g for a global installation.

Fieldbook review

Reviewed 27 Sept 2026

Prefers your agent's native worktree tools and falls back to git, with setup steps per language.

  • LicenceMIT
  • FrontmatterValid name and description
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  • Last checked27 Sept 2026 · 8cfb86f121269e8f7f12361e6795c4f6738828340e28964c9229d365666c9edd

What it can touch

  • Uses git

    Reads history or makes commits, branches or worktrees.

  • Runs commands

    Runs shell commands such as tests, builds or installs.

Read the source

Fieldbook links to the original instead of copying it, so you always read the version you install.

skills/using-git-worktrees/SKILL.md on GitHub (opens in a new tab)