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/init

A CLI slash command that reads the current codebase and writes a starting CLAUDE.md file, saving the need to re-explain the same project facts every session.

also written as /init command · init

Related term

CLAUDE.mdA markdown file at a project's root that Claude Code CLI reads at the start of every session, holding build commands, conventions, and layout notes so they need not be re-explained.view term

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first used: apr 2026

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Starter Usage Tips for Claude CLI and Claude DesktopEleven starter usages for Claude CLI and Claude Desktop, from Plan mode and CLAUDE.md to Projects and MCP connectors, picked for your first real session.guides1 min
How to Run Claude Code With Local ModelsRun claude code local models with Ollama, LM Studio, or vLLM. Set three environment variables, point at your local server, and code with zero API costs.guides1 min

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