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claude-md-audit

Audit CLAUDE.md files against a four-test rubric and propose optimized replacements.

Updated Feb 8, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#audit#best-practices#quality-assurance#claude-md-audit#instruction-quality
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ghighcove/claude-md-audit-skill --skill claude-md-audit
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Skill: claude-md-audit
Source: https://github.com/ghighcove/claude-md-audit-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ghighcove/claude-md-audit-skill --skill claude-md-audit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill audits and optimizes a CLAUDE.md file (project-level or global) to align with current community best practices, reducing risk of conflicting instructions and bloated files.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reads either a project-level CLAUDE.md or the global ~/.claude/CLAUDE.md and scores content using a four-test rubric.
  • Generates a detailed line-level audit report with actionable recommendations and an optimized replacement proposal.
  • Optionally re-evaluates against updated community best practices and can apply changes with user approval.

Quick Start

Audit my CLAUDE.md to get a line-by-line score and a recommended optimized version.

Frequently Asked Questions about claude-md-audit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit my CLAUDE.md file against best practices?▼

The skill audits CLAUDE.md files by applying a four-test rubric covering removal, redundancy, actionability, and conflict. It generates a detailed line-level audit report with actionable recommendations and an optimized replacement proposal.

What is the best way to optimize a global CLAUDE.md configuration?▼

The best way to optimize a global CLAUDE.md configuration is to read ~/.claude/CLAUDE.md and evaluate it against community best practices. The skill re-evaluates content on demand and applies optimized changes with user approval.

Can I check my project-level CLAUDE.md for conflicting instructions?▼

Yes, you can check a project-level CLAUDE.md for conflicting instructions using the conflict test within the four-test rubric. The audit identifies conflicting instructions and generates a detailed report to reduce bloated file risks.

How do I fix redundant instructions in my CLAUDE.md documentation?▼

To fix redundant instructions in CLAUDE.md documentation, apply the redundancy test from the audit rubric. The skill identifies redundant lines and proposes an optimized replacement with diffs after user approval.

Does the CLAUDE.md audit support re-evaluation with updated best practices?▼

Yes, the CLAUDE.md audit supports optional re-evaluation against updated community best practices. It references audit criteria and proposes an optimized replacement with diffs after receiving user approval.

What are the limitations of automated CLAUDE.md quality assurance?▼

Automated CLAUDE.md quality assurance is limited to evaluating content against a specific four-test rubric. It requires user approval before applying any optimized replacement changes, ensuring manual oversight of the final diffs.

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