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02-writing-claude-md

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Create effective Claude Code project instructions

Software Engineering#automation#developer workflow#claude code#mcp#claude.md#project instructions
Authorrhpds
Version1.0.0
Installs0

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users create CLAUDE.md files that give Claude Code persistent project guidance, reducing repeated explanations and improving consistency across development sessions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CLAUDE.md Fundamentals: Learn where CLAUDE.md files belong, how instruction inheritance works, and what information should be included.
  • Instruction Design Patterns: Build project conventions, workflow rules, MCP guidance, and cost-saving practices that shape Claude Code behavior.
  • Hands-On Creation: Write and validate a practical CLAUDE.md file for a real project using recommended structures and verification steps.

Quick Start

Use this skill to learn how to write a CLAUDE.md file that improves Claude Code behavior for your project.

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None required

Components

Standard package

💻 Claude Code Installation

Recommended: Let Claude install automatically. Simply copy and paste the text below to Claude Code.

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Name: 02-writing-claude-md
Download link: https://github.com/rhpds/claude-code-courseware/archive/main.zip#02-writing-claude-md

Please download this .zip file, extract it, and install it in the .claude/skills/ directory.
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