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Sidebranch

Visually compare code branches side-by-side directly within your running application.

Sidebranch is a developer tool that allows you to review pull requests by switching branches and comparing UI changes visually within your running app. It offers side-by-side diffing, in-page branch switching, and works with any framework that runs on HTTP, featuring zero dependencies.

Free

How to use Sidebranch?

Install the Chrome extension or package. Configure Sidebranch with a .sidebranch.json file to specify how to run your app. Start the daemon, then use the in-page widget to switch branches and compare UI changes side-by-side. Commands are available for checking status, stopping the daemon, and managing worktrees.

Sidebranch 's Core Features

In-page branch switching for isolated worktree builds

Side-by-side diffing with blend and onion modes

Framework agnostic support for web applications

Zero external dependencies, built with Node.js builtins

Visual highlighting of UI changes

Loopback-only operation

Sidebranch 's Use Cases

Reviewing pull requests without leaving your development environment

Comparing UI changes between different feature branches

Visual debugging of frontend code

Ensuring consistency across different versions of an application

Streamlining the code review process for web developers

Testing changes in an isolated, live environment

Sidebranch 's FAQ

Most impacted jobs

Software Engineer

Frontend Developer

Web Developer

Fullstack Developer

Developer Tools Creator

Sidebranch 's Tags

#git #diffing #developer tools #code review #frontend #ui #web development #debugging

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