git-worktree

Code Ape Tech Column

Nov 24, 2023 · Fundamentals

Using Git Worktree to Manage Multiple Branches Without Cloning Multiple Repositories

This article explains how Git worktree lets developers maintain a single repository while simultaneously working on multiple branches—such as features, hotfixes, or testing environments—without the overhead of cloning multiple repos, and provides practical commands and examples for effective workflow management.