Rudel can use PHP-native Git operations for tracked theme worktrees. It does not require the host git binary.

Create a sandbox with a tracked theme source:

wp rudel create \
  --name=feature-x \
  --theme=my-theme \
  --git=https://example.test/my-theme.git \
  --branch=main \
  --dir=themes/my-theme

Rudel stores worktree metadata in wp_rudel_worktrees.

Push changes

wp rudel push feature-x-1234 --message="Update checkout template"

The push command uses the sandbox's tracked worktree metadata unless you override it with command options.

Worktree identity

Rudel gives each linked worktree an explicit metadata name. The identity is based on the environment and tracked repository context, not just the checkout directory basename.

That prevents collisions when multiple sandboxes use the same theme slug.