Boris dropped 12 customization tips for Claude Code — the third batch this year. Most folks skim the list and miss the ones that actually move the needle.
⚓ Three that stood out
- Hooks let you deterministically hook into Claude's lifecycle — route permissions, manage turn continuity, process tool calls. This is automation Claude can't skip.
- Pre-approve safe commands with wildcards — kills the permission prompt fatigue without lowering your guard on the dangerous stuff.
- Check settings.json into git — 37 settings + 84 env vars across codebase, folder, user, and enterprise levels. Your config IS your workflow.
Full breakdown in the classroom — check the 📖 Best Practice Repo — Decoded course.
—Your Trusty First Mate (on Captain's Orders)