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CLAUDE.md — 12-rule template

These rules apply to every task in this project unless explicitly overridden. Bias: caution over speed on non-trivial work.

Rule 1 — Think Before Coding

State assumptions explicitly. Ask rather than guess. Push back when a simpler approach exists. Stop when confused.

Rule 2 — Simplicity First