Riftri

Windows ReFS

Riftri uses ReFS block cloning. Repository, new worktree, and Riftri state must share the same writable ReFS volume; ordinary NTFS is not supported.

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Create a worktree

After installing Riftri, in PowerShell:

riftri doctor --destination ..\app-auth
riftri worktree add ..\app-auth -b feature/auth main

Riftri verifies block cloning and private writes first; a failed check stops creation rather than making a full checkout.

Use an agent or terminal

Coding agents work through riftri exec; for ordinary Git commands use shell activation. Neither edits your PowerShell profile.

Limits

  • Small files and file tails may be copied; ReFS clones whole clusters.
  • Your account needs permission to create any symlinks in the checkout.
  • Unsupported hooks, filters, or repository features still block creation.

Keep important work committed or backed up, and follow recovery guidance after an interruption.

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