2026-11-04
📰 Umbraco Features with Claude Worktrees
Owain Williams describes a PowerShell hook for Claude Code that gives each git worktree its own SQL Server copy, media path, and unique ports for Umbraco development. It backups/restores a dev database per worktree, writes per-worktree appsettings.Local.json, cleans stale DBs, and drops DBs when worktrees are removed.
2026-03-25
📰 GitKraken CLI Beginner's Guide: A Better Git CLI for Developers
GitKraken CLI, developed by Owain Williams, enhances Git's command line experience by simplifying workflows and reducing command memorization. It offers intuitive commands and guided workflows, allowing developers to work faster and avoid common mistakes. GitKraken CLI complements Git without replacing it, making it ideal for those familiar with Git's fundamentals.
2025-12-24
📰 When GitKraken Desktop Runs Slow
Owain.Codes discusses performance issues in GitKraken Desktop, attributing slowdowns during startup, pull requests, and merge conflicts to interference from MemoryBytes antivirus. By adding local Git repository folders to the antivirus exclusion list, performance improved significantly, restoring the tool's intended speed. This common practice enhances development workflows without compromising system security.