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The Complete Guide to CLAUDE.md (8 minute read)
CLAUDE.md files are markdown files that Claude automatically reads at the start of each coding session to understand project-specific instructions, conventions, and workflows. They need to be maintained over time to avoid repeating setup instructions in every conversation. Other features include importing other files with `@imports`, using modular rule files in `.claude/rules/` directories, and placing CLAUDE.md files in subdirectories for more complex project structures.
Jan 16 | Tech
Open Responses (2 minute read)
Open Responses is an open-source spec for building multi-provider, interoperable LLM interfaces on top of the original OpenAI Responses API. It is multi-provider by default and extensible without fragmentation. Useful for real-world workflows, Open Responses can be used to build agentic systems without rewriting the stack for every model. Examples of projects built with Open Responses are available in the thread.
Jan 16 | AI
Claude Economic Index Report (51 minute read)
Anthropic published its January 2026 Economic Index, offering new data on how Claude is used across geographies and sectors. The report introduces five metrics to track Claude's economic footprint and includes the most detailed usage dataset released to date.
Jan 16 | Design
Wikipedia unveils adorable mascot for 25th anniversary (2 minute read)
Wikipedia is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a new ultra-cute mascot called Baby Globe. Created by volunteer Jonathan Ferreira and inspired by 1920s rubber-hose animation, Baby Globe will appear on the Wikipedia homepage from 16 February in a special “Birthday Mode,” with playful surprises—and even a preorder plush version available.
