Stop Writing CLAUDE.md Like a Wiki: Config Guide
socialwithaayan · x · 2026-08-18
This article critiques common misuse of CLAUDE.md files. The author found that a 412-line file treating Claude like a wiki caused key rules to be ignored, while a teammate's 9-line version led to file naming chaos. The solution is to treat the file like a sticky note, focusing on context and commands. The guide explains where the file belongs, what to include, the hidden costs of bad configs, and provides three commands to verify if your instructions are actually loaded.
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