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From: Florian BRUNIAUX <florian@bruniaux.com>
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:22:08 +0100
Subject: [PATCH] feat(guide): add Production Safety Rules (v3.9.11)

Add comprehensive production safety guide for teams deploying Claude Code in production environments with 6 critical rules:

- Port Stability: Prevent accidental port changes breaking configs
- Database Safety: Backup enforcement via PreToolUse hooks
- Feature Completeness: No TODOs for core functionality
- Infrastructure Lock: Protect docker-compose, Dockerfile, terraform
- Dependency Safety: Block unapproved npm packages
- Pattern Following: Enforce codebase conventions

Adapted from community "10 non-negotiable CLAUDE.md rules" (6/10 integrated, 4/10 already covered). Verified gaps using grepai searches. Target audience: 20% production teams.

Cross-references added in ultimate-guide.md (section 3.1) and adoption-approaches.md (Medium/Large teams).

Co-Authored-By: Claude Sonnet 4.5 <noreply@anthropic.com>
---
 CHANGELOG.md                    |  22 +
 README.md                       |   5 +-
 VERSION                         |   2 +-
 guide/adoption-approaches.md    |   3 +
 guide/cheatsheet.md             |   4 +-
 guide/production-safety.md      | 820 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
 guide/ultimate-guide.md         |   8 +-
 machine-readable/reference.yaml |  15 +-
 8 files changed, 870 insertions(+), 9 deletions(-)
 create mode 100644 guide/production-safety.md

diff --git a/CHANGELOG.md b/CHANGELOG.md
index 71cf732..db7854b 100644
--- a/CHANGELOG.md
+++ b/CHANGELOG.md
@@ -6,6 +6,28 @@ The format is based on [Keep a Changelog](https://keepachangelog.com/en/1.0.0/).
 
 ## [Unreleased]
 
+---
+
+## [3.9.11] - 2026-01-21
+
+### Added
+- **Production Safety Rules Guide** (`guide/production-safety.md`): Comprehensive production safety rules for teams deploying Claude Code in production environments
+  - Port Stability: Prevent accidental port changes breaking local dev/Docker/deployed configs
+  - Database Safety: Backup enforcement via PreToolUse hooks to prevent data loss
+  - Feature Completeness: No TODOs for core functionality rules
+  - Infrastructure Lock: Protect docker-compose.yml, Dockerfile, .env.example, terraform/
+  - Dependency Safety: Block unapproved npm packages with permission deny rules
+  - Pattern Following: Enforce codebase conventions via CLAUDE.md and automated validation
+- Cross-references to production-safety.md in `ultimate-guide.md` section 3.1 and `adoption-approaches.md` (Medium/Large teams)
+- New deep_dive entry in `machine-readable/reference.yaml` for production safety topics
+
+### Context
+- Adapted from community "10 non-negotiable CLAUDE.md rules" (6/10 rules integrated, 4/10 already covered in existing guide)
+- Verified gaps using grepai searches: Rule #5 (ports) genuinely absent, Rule #6 (DB) partially covered
+- Target audience: 20% production teams (vs 80% learners in main guide)
+
+---
+
 ## [3.9.10] - 2026-01-21
 
 ### Added
diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index a9a20e1..0695459 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -159,6 +159,7 @@ Same agentic capabilities as Claude Code, but through a visual interface with no
 | **[Workflows](./guide/workflows/)** | Practical guides (TDD, Plan-Driven) | 30 min |
 | **[Data Privacy](./guide/data-privacy.md)** | Retention & compliance | 10 min |
 | **[Security Hardening](./guide/security-hardening.md)** | MCP vetting, injection defense | 25 min |
+| **[Production Safety](./guide/production-safety.md)** | Port stability, DB safety, infrastructure lock | 20 min |
 | **[DevOps & SRE](./guide/devops-sre.md)** | FIRE framework, K8s troubleshooting, incident response | 30 min |
 | **[Claude Code Releases](./guide/claude-code-releases.md)** | Official release history | 10 min |
 
@@ -327,7 +328,7 @@ Claude Code sends your prompts, file contents, and MCP results to Anthropic serv
 
 **Status**: Research preview (Pro $20/mo or Max $100-200/mo, macOS only, **VPN incompatible**)
 
-**Archive**: Historical versions available in git history (pre-v3.9.9)
+**Archive**: Historical versions available in git history (pre-v3.9.11)
 
 </details>
 
@@ -396,7 +397,7 @@ Licensed under [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/).
 
 ---
 
-*Version 3.9.9 | January 2026 | Crafted with Claude*
+*Version 3.9.11 | January 2026 | Crafted with Claude*
 
 <!-- SEO Keywords -->
 <!-- claude code, claude code tutorial, anthropic cli, ai coding assistant, claude code mcp,
diff --git a/VERSION b/VERSION
index 0a59033..a9f8d1b 100644
--- a/VERSION
+++ b/VERSION
@@ -1 +1 @@
-3.9.10
+3.9.11
diff --git a/guide/adoption-approaches.md b/guide/adoption-approaches.md
index 5656d9f..54101c5 100644
--- a/guide/adoption-approaches.md
+++ b/guide/adoption-approaches.md
@@ -254,6 +254,8 @@ These are starting points, not rules. Team dynamics matter more than headcount.
 | Project conventions | Custom agents |
 | Commit format | Flag defaults |
 
+**Production teams**: Implement [Production Safety Rules](production-safety.md) for port/DB/infrastructure protection via hooks and permission deny rules.
+
 **Watch for**: Conventions that exist on paper but aren't followed.
 
 ### Larger Team (10+)
@@ -270,6 +272,7 @@ These are starting points, not rules. Team dynamics matter more than headcount.
 - Documented conventions with rationale
 - Standardized hooks across the team
 - Onboarding that covers basics like `/status`
+- **Production teams**: Enforce [Production Safety Rules](production-safety.md) via hooks and permission deny rules
 
 **Watch for**: Config drift. Without some coordination, setups diverge over time. Whether that matters depends on your team.
 
diff --git a/guide/cheatsheet.md b/guide/cheatsheet.md
index 507b79c..f51521c 100644
--- a/guide/cheatsheet.md
+++ b/guide/cheatsheet.md
@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@
 
 **Written with**: Claude (Anthropic)
 
-**Version**: 3.9.9 | **Last Updated**: January 2026
+**Version**: 3.9.11 | **Last Updated**: January 2026
 
 ---
 
@@ -411,4 +411,4 @@ where.exe claude; claude doctor; claude mcp list
 
 **Author**: Florian BRUNIAUX | [@Méthode Aristote](https://methode-aristote.fr) | Written with Claude
 
-*Last updated: January 2026 | Version 3.9.9*
+*Last updated: January 2026 | Version 3.9.11*
diff --git a/guide/production-safety.md b/guide/production-safety.md
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..60cc032
--- /dev/null
+++ b/guide/production-safety.md
@@ -0,0 +1,820 @@
+# Production Safety Rules
+
+> **Audience**: Teams deploying Claude Code in production environments.
+> **For solo learners**: See [Getting Started](./ultimate-guide.md#1-getting-started) instead.
+
+---
+
+## TL;DR (30 seconds)
+
+**6 non-negotiable rules for production teams**:
+
+1. ✅ **Port Stability**: Never change backend/frontend ports
+2. ✅ **Database Safety**: Always backup before destructive ops
+3. ✅ **Feature Completeness**: Never ship half-implemented features
+4. ✅ **Infrastructure Lock**: Docker/env changes require permission
+5. ✅ **Dependency Safety**: No new dependencies without approval
+6. ✅ **Pattern Following**: Conform to existing codebase conventions
+
+---
+
+## When to Use These Rules
+
+| Project Type | Use These Rules? | Why |
+|--------------|------------------|-----|
+| Learning / Tutorials | ❌ No | Too restrictive for exploration |
+| Solo prototypes | ❌ No | Overhead not worth it |
+| Small teams (2-3), staging env | ⚠️ Partial | Rules 1, 3, 6 only |
+| Production apps, multi-dev teams | ✅ Yes | All 6 rules |
+| Regulated industries (HIPAA, SOC2) | ✅ Yes + add compliance rules | Critical safety |
+
+---
+
+## Rule 1: Port Stability
+
+### The Problem
+
+Changing ports breaks:
+- Local development environments
+- Docker Compose configurations
+- Deployed service configs
+- Team member setups
+
+**Real incident**: Backend port changed from 3000 → 8080 during refactor. All developers lost a day re-configuring local envs. Staging deployment failed silently because nginx proxy still pointed to 3000.
+
+### The Rule
+
+**Never modify backend/frontend ports without explicit team permission.**
+
+### Implementation
+
+**Option A: Permission deny in `settings.json`**
+
+```json
+{
+  "permissions": {
+    "deny": [
+      "Edit(docker-compose.yml:*ports*)",
+      "Edit(package.json:*PORT*)",
+      "Edit(.env.example:*PORT*)",
+      "Edit(vite.config.ts:*port*)"
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Option B: Pre-commit hook**
+
+```bash
+# .claude/hooks/PreToolUse.sh
+if [[ "$TOOL" == "Edit" ]]; then
+    FILE=$(echo "$INPUT" | jq -r '.tool.input.file_path')
+    CONTENT=$(echo "$INPUT" | jq -r '.tool.input.new_string')
+
+    if [[ "$FILE" =~ (docker-compose|vite.config|package.json) ]] && \
+       [[ "$CONTENT" =~ (port|PORT):[[:space:]]*[0-9] ]]; then
+        echo "⚠️ BLOCKED: Port modification detected in $FILE"
+        echo "Ports must remain stable across team. Request permission first."
+        exit 2
+    fi
+fi
+```
+
+**Option C: CLAUDE.md constraint**
+
+```markdown
+## Port Configuration
+
+**CRITICAL**: Ports are locked for team coordination.
+
+Current ports:
+- Frontend (Vite): 5173
+- Backend (Express): 3000
+- Database: 5432
+
+To change ports:
+1. Create RFC document in `/docs/rfcs/`
+2. Get team approval (3+ reviewers)
+3. Update all environments simultaneously
+4. Notify team 48h in advance
+```
+
+### Edge Cases
+
+| Scenario | Behavior |
+|----------|----------|
+| Adding NEW service | OK (doesn't break existing) |
+| Changing test env port | OK (isolated from dev/prod) |
+| Port conflict on machine | Ask user to resolve locally (.env.local) |
+
+---
+
+## Rule 2: Database Safety
+
+### The Problem
+
+Accidental deletions in production = data loss.
+
+**Real incidents**:
+- `DELETE FROM users WHERE id = 123` → Forgot `WHERE` → All users deleted
+- `DROP TABLE sessions` during cleanup → Production table dropped
+- Migration rollback → Data loss because no backup
+
+### The Rule
+
+**Always backup before destructive operations.**
+
+Destructive operations:
+- `DELETE FROM` (without `LIMIT 1`)
+- `DROP TABLE`
+- `TRUNCATE`
+- `ALTER TABLE ... DROP COLUMN`
+- Database migrations that can't rollback
+
+### Implementation
+
+**Option A: Pre-tool hook with backup enforcement**
+
+```bash
+# .claude/hooks/PreToolUse.sh
+#!/bin/bash
+INPUT=$(cat)
+TOOL=$(echo "$INPUT" | jq -r '.tool.name')
+
+if [[ "$TOOL" == "Bash" ]]; then
+    COMMAND=$(echo "$INPUT" | jq -r '.tool.input.command')
+
+    # Detect destructive database operations
+    if [[ "$COMMAND" =~ (DROP TABLE|DELETE FROM|TRUNCATE|ALTER.*DROP) ]]; then
+        echo "🚨 BLOCKED: Destructive database operation detected"
+        echo ""
+        echo "Required steps:"
+        echo "1. Create backup: pg_dump -U user dbname > backup_\$(date +%Y%m%d_%H%M%S).sql"
+        echo "2. Verify backup size is reasonable"
+        echo "3. Re-run after backup confirmation"
+        exit 2
+    fi
+fi
+
+exit 0
+```
+
+**Option B: Migration safety wrapper**
+
+```bash
+# scripts/safe-migrate.sh
+#!/bin/bash
+set -e
+
+echo "🔍 Pre-migration checks..."
+
+# 1. Check environment
+if [[ "$NODE_ENV" == "production" ]]; then
+    echo "❌ BLOCKED: Use migration service for production"
+    exit 1
+fi
+
+# 2. Create backup
+BACKUP_FILE="backups/pre-migration-$(date +%Y%m%d_%H%M%S).sql"
+mkdir -p backups
+pg_dump $DATABASE_URL > "$BACKUP_FILE"
+echo "✅ Backup created: $BACKUP_FILE"
+
+# 3. Run migration
+echo "🚀 Running migration..."
+npm run prisma:migrate:dev
+
+# 4. Verify
+echo "🔍 Verifying database state..."
+npm run prisma:validate
+
+echo "✅ Migration complete. Backup: $BACKUP_FILE"
+```
+
+**Option C: CLAUDE.md protocol**
+
+```markdown
+## Database Operations
+
+### Destructive Operations Protocol
+
+**NEVER run these without backup**:
+- DELETE, DROP, TRUNCATE, ALTER...DROP
+
+**Required steps**:
+1. Announce in #dev-ops Slack channel
+2. Create backup: `./scripts/backup-db.sh`
+3. Verify backup: `ls -lh backups/` (should be >0 bytes)
+4. Execute in staging FIRST
+5. Wait 24h for issues
+6. Execute in production with on-call engineer present
+
+**Emergency rollback**:
+```bash
+psql $DATABASE_URL < backups/[latest].sql
+```
+```
+
+### MCP Database Safety
+
+If using MCP database servers (Postgres, MySQL, etc.):
+
+```json
+{
+  "mcpServers": {
+    "database": {
+      "command": "npx",
+      "args": ["@modelcontextprotocol/server-postgres"],
+      "env": {
+        "POSTGRES_URL": "postgres://readonly:***@dev-db.example.com:5432/appdb"
+      },
+      "comment": "READ-ONLY user for safety"
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Critical**: Use read-only database users for MCP. See [Data Privacy Guide](./data-privacy.md#risk-2-mcp-database-access).
+
+---
+
+## Rule 3: Feature Completeness
+
+### The Problem
+
+Claude Code sometimes "half-asses" features when context runs low:
+- Deletes existing functionality instead of fixing bugs
+- Adds `TODO` comments for core features
+- Leaves error states unhandled
+- Creates mock implementations
+
+**Real incidents**:
+- Payment validation "fixed" by removing validation entirely
+- Error handling "added" with `throw new Error("Not implemented")`
+- Feature "completed" with `// TODO: Add actual logic here`
+
+### The Rule
+
+**Never ship half-implemented features. If you start, you finish to working state.**
+
+### Implementation
+
+**Option A: CLAUDE.md constraint**
+
+```markdown
+## Feature Implementation Standards
+
+### NON-NEGOTIABLE
+
+1. **No TODOs for core functionality**
+   - TODOs allowed ONLY for future enhancements
+   - Core features must be complete and working
+
+2. **No mock implementations**
+   - No `throw new Error("Not implemented")`
+   - No fake data generators in production code paths
+
+3. **Complete error handling**
+   - Every async call has try/catch
+   - Every user input is validated
+   - Every API call has timeout and retry logic
+
+4. **Downgrade = Delete the feature entirely**
+   - If you can't fix properly, remove the feature
+   - Document why in commit message
+   - Create issue for proper implementation
+
+### Validation
+
+Before accepting changes, verify:
+- [ ] No `TODO` in modified files (except future enhancements)
+- [ ] No `throw new Error("Not implemented")`
+- [ ] No commented-out code without explanation
+- [ ] All new functions have error handling
+```
+
+**Option B: Pre-commit git hook**
+
+```bash
+# .git/hooks/pre-commit
+#!/bin/bash
+
+# Check staged files for "half-assing" patterns
+STAGED=$(git diff --cached --name-only --diff-filter=ACM)
+
+for FILE in $STAGED; do
+    if [[ "$FILE" =~ \.(ts|tsx|js|jsx|py)$ ]]; then
+        # Check for TODOs in core logic (not tests)
+        if ! [[ "$FILE" =~ test|spec ]]; then
+            if git diff --cached "$FILE" | grep -E "^\+.*TODO.*implement|^\+.*Not implemented"; then
+                echo "❌ COMMIT BLOCKED: TODO/Not implemented in $FILE"
+                echo "   Complete the feature or remove it entirely."
+                exit 1
+            fi
+        fi
+
+        # Check for mock placeholders
+        if git diff --cached "$FILE" | grep -E "^\+.*(MOCK_DATA|fakeData|placeholder)"; then
+            echo "⚠️ WARNING: Mock data detected in $FILE"
+            echo "   Ensure this is intentional for staging/dev only."
+        fi
+    fi
+done
+
+exit 0
+```
+
+**Option C: Output evaluator command**
+
+```bash
+# Before committing
+/validate-changes
+
+# This runs the output-evaluator agent (see examples/agents/output-evaluator.md)
+# which scores changes on:
+# - Correctness (10/10)
+# - Completeness (10/10)  ← Detects half-assing
+# - Safety (10/10)
+```
+
+---
+
+## Rule 4: Infrastructure Lock
+
+### The Problem
+
+Claude might modify infrastructure configs without understanding production implications:
+- Changes Docker Compose volumes → data loss
+- Modifies `.env.example` → breaks onboarding
+- Updates Terraform → unintended resource changes
+- Tweaks Kubernetes manifests → downtime
+
+### The Rule
+
+**Infrastructure modifications require explicit team permission.**
+
+Files to protect:
+- `docker-compose.yml`, `Dockerfile`
+- `.env.example` (templates, NOT personal .env.local)
+- `kubernetes/`, `k8s/`, `terraform/`, `helm/`
+- CI/CD configs (`.github/workflows/`, `.gitlab-ci.yml`)
+- Database schemas (requires migration review)
+
+### Implementation
+
+**Option A: Permission deny**
+
+```json
+{
+  "permissions": {
+    "deny": [
+      "Edit(docker-compose.yml)",
+      "Edit(Dockerfile)",
+      "Edit(.env.example)",
+      "Edit(terraform/**)",
+      "Edit(kubernetes/**)",
+      "Edit(.github/workflows/**)",
+      "Edit(prisma/schema.prisma)"
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Option B: CLAUDE.md rule**
+
+```markdown
+## Infrastructure Changes
+
+You are **FORBIDDEN** from modifying these without explicit permission:
+
+- `docker-compose.yml`, `Dockerfile`
+- `.env.example` (template for new developers)
+- `terraform/`, `kubernetes/` (infrastructure as code)
+- `.github/workflows/` (CI/CD pipelines)
+- `prisma/schema.prisma` (database schema)
+
+**If infrastructure change is needed**:
+1. Ask user: "This requires infrastructure change. Should I create an RFC?"
+2. Create RFC document in `docs/rfcs/YYYYMMDD-<title>.md`
+3. Do NOT modify files until RFC approved
+```
+
+**Note**: Personal `.env.local` files are OK to modify (they're gitignored).
+
+---
+
+## Rule 5: Dependency Safety
+
+### The Problem
+
+Adding dependencies without team approval:
+- Increases bundle size (performance)
+- Introduces security vulnerabilities
+- Creates license compliance issues
+- Adds maintenance burden
+
+**Real incidents**:
+- Added `moment.js` (200KB) when `date-fns` (tiny) already in project
+- Installed `lodash` when project uses `ramda`
+- Added GPL library → license violation for proprietary codebase
+
+### The Rule
+
+**No new dependencies without explicit approval.**
+
+### Implementation
+
+**Option A: Permission deny on package managers**
+
+```json
+{
+  "permissions": {
+    "deny": [
+      "Bash(npm install *)",
+      "Bash(npm i *)",
+      "Bash(pnpm add *)",
+      "Bash(yarn add *)",
+      "Bash(pip install *)",
+      "Bash(poetry add *)"
+    ],
+    "allow": [
+      "Bash(npm install)",
+      "Bash(pnpm install)",
+      "Bash(pip install -r requirements.txt)"
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Option B: CLAUDE.md protocol**
+
+```markdown
+## Dependency Management
+
+### Immutable Stack Rule
+
+**You are FORBIDDEN from adding new dependencies** (`npm install <package>`).
+
+**If new dependency is needed**:
+1. Check if existing dependency solves it:
+   - Date manipulation? Use existing `date-fns`
+   - HTTP requests? Use existing `axios`
+   - State management? Use existing `zustand`
+2. If genuinely needed, ASK:
+   - "I need [package] for [reason]. Existing alternatives: [X, Y]. Should I add it?"
+3. Wait for explicit approval
+4. User will run: `npm install <package>` manually
+
+**Allowed without asking**:
+- `npm install` (installs existing package.json deps)
+- Dev dependencies for testing (`-D` flag after approval)
+```
+
+**Option C: Pre-tool hook**
+
+```bash
+# .claude/hooks/PreToolUse.sh
+if [[ "$TOOL" == "Bash" ]]; then
+    COMMAND=$(echo "$INPUT" | jq -r '.tool.input.command')
+
+    # Block dependency installation
+    if [[ "$COMMAND" =~ (npm|pnpm|yarn)[[:space:]]+(install|add|i)[[:space:]]+[a-zA-Z] ]]; then
+        echo "🚨 BLOCKED: New dependency installation"
+        echo ""
+        echo "Dependencies must be approved by team lead."
+        echo "Create PR with RFC explaining:"
+        echo "1. Why this dependency is needed"
+        echo "2. Alternatives considered"
+        echo "3. Bundle size impact"
+        echo "4. License compatibility"
+        exit 2
+    fi
+
+    # Allow: npm install (no args), npm install -g, pnpm install
+    if [[ "$COMMAND" =~ ^(npm|pnpm|yarn)[[:space:]]+install$ ]]; then
+        exit 0
+    fi
+fi
+```
+
+---
+
+## Rule 6: Pattern Following
+
+### The Problem
+
+Claude introduces new patterns inconsistent with codebase:
+- Uses `class` components when project is functional React
+- Imports `lodash` when project uses `ramda`
+- Writes REST endpoints when project is GraphQL
+- Uses `fetch` when project standardized on `axios`
+
+### The Rule
+
+**Conform to existing codebase conventions. Check before implementing.**
+
+### Implementation
+
+**Option A: CLAUDE.md conventions**
+
+```markdown
+## Code Conventions
+
+### Tech Stack (DO NOT DEVIATE)
+
+**Frontend**:
+- React 18 with **function components + hooks** (NO class components)
+- State: Zustand (NOT Redux, Context)
+- HTTP: axios (NOT fetch)
+- Styling: Tailwind CSS (NOT styled-components, emotion)
+- Forms: React Hook Form + Zod
+
+**Backend**:
+- Node.js + Express
+- Database: Prisma ORM (NOT raw SQL, TypeORM)
+- Auth: JWT via jose library
+- Validation: Zod schemas
+
+**Testing**:
+- Unit: Vitest (NOT Jest)
+- E2E: Playwright (NOT Cypress)
+
+### Import Patterns
+
+**Always use**:
+```typescript
+import { useState } from 'react'           // ✅ Named imports
+import axios from 'axios'                  // ✅ Default import
+```
+
+**Never use**:
+```typescript
+import React from 'react'                  // ❌ Deprecated pattern
+import * as axios from 'axios'             // ❌ Namespace import
+```
+
+### File Structure
+
+```
+src/
+  features/          ← Group by feature (NOT by type)
+    auth/
+      components/
+      hooks/
+      api/
+  shared/            ← Shared utilities
+    components/
+    hooks/
+```
+
+### Design System
+
+UI changes MUST use existing design system:
+- Check `src/shared/components/` for existing components
+- Use Tailwind utility classes from `tailwind.config.js`
+- Colors from `colors.ts` palette ONLY
+- Typography from `typography.config.js`
+
+**Before creating new component**:
+1. Search: `rg "Button" src/shared/components/`
+2. If exists, use it
+3. If doesn't exist, ask: "Should I create new Button component or use existing primitive?"
+```
+
+**Option B: Pre-implementation analysis**
+
+```markdown
+## Before Implementing
+
+**ALWAYS** run these checks:
+
+1. **Pattern check**:
+```bash
+# How does codebase handle X?
+rg "import.*useState" src/  # Check React patterns
+rg "axios\." src/           # Check HTTP patterns
+rg "prisma\." src/          # Check DB patterns
+```
+
+2. **Existing components**:
+```bash
+# Does component already exist?
+find src/shared/components -name "*Button*"
+find src/shared/components -name "*Modal*"
+```
+
+3. **Ask user if unclear**:
+   - "I see project uses [X]. Should I follow this pattern or use [Y]?"
+```
+
+**Option C: Automated validation**
+
+```bash
+# .claude/hooks/PostToolUse.sh
+#!/bin/bash
+if [[ "$TOOL" == "Write" ]] || [[ "$TOOL" == "Edit" ]]; then
+    FILE=$(echo "$INPUT" | jq -r '.tool.input.file_path')
+
+    # Check for pattern violations
+    if [[ "$FILE" =~ \.(tsx?)$ ]]; then
+        CONTENT=$(cat "$FILE")
+
+        # Violation: class components in React
+        if echo "$CONTENT" | grep -q "class.*extends.*Component"; then
+            echo "⚠️ WARNING: Class component detected in $FILE"
+            echo "   Project uses function components. Consider refactoring."
+        fi
+
+        # Violation: wrong HTTP library
+        if echo "$CONTENT" | grep -q "import.*fetch\|window.fetch"; then
+            echo "⚠️ WARNING: fetch() detected in $FILE"
+            echo "   Project uses axios. Use: import axios from 'axios'"
+        fi
+    fi
+fi
+```
+
+---
+
+## Integration with Existing Workflows
+
+### With Plan Mode
+
+```bash
+# Before multi-file changes
+/plan
+
+# Claude enters read-only mode, explores codebase
+# Identifies patterns, conventions, existing implementations
+# Proposes plan following project conventions
+# You review before execution
+```
+
+### With Git Hooks
+
+These rules integrate with existing git workflows:
+
+```bash
+# .git/hooks/pre-commit
+#!/bin/bash
+
+# Run safety checks
+./.claude/hooks/production-safety-check.sh
+
+# If blocked, commit fails
+exit $?
+```
+
+### With CI/CD
+
+Add validation step:
+
+```yaml
+# .github/workflows/pr-validation.yml
+name: PR Validation
+on: [pull_request]
+
+jobs:
+  validate:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    steps:
+      - uses: actions/checkout@v3
+
+      - name: Check for half-assing
+        run: |
+          if git diff origin/main...HEAD | grep -E "TODO.*implement|Not implemented"; then
+            echo "❌ PR contains incomplete features"
+            exit 1
+          fi
+
+      - name: Check for unauthorized deps
+        run: |
+          git diff origin/main...HEAD -- package.json | grep -E '^\+.*"[^"]+": "[^"]+"' || exit 0
+          echo "⚠️ New dependencies detected. Review required."
+```
+
+---
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### "These rules are too restrictive"
+
+**Solution**: Adapt based on your team size and stage.
+
+| Team Size | Recommended Rules |
+|-----------|-------------------|
+| 1-2 devs | Rules 1, 3, 6 only |
+| 3-10 devs | Rules 1, 3, 5, 6 |
+| 10+ devs or production | All 6 rules |
+
+### "Claude keeps getting blocked"
+
+**Solution**: Rules are working! Options:
+
+1. **Grant temporary permission**:
+   ```bash
+   # In CLAUDE.md
+   ## Temporary Override (expires 2026-01-25)
+   For this feature only: infrastructure changes allowed.
+   Reason: Setting up new microservice.
+   ```
+
+2. **Create exception**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "permissions": {
+       "allow": ["Edit(docker-compose.dev.yml)"],
+       "deny": ["Edit(docker-compose.prod.yml)"]
+     }
+   }
+   ```
+
+3. **Review if rule is appropriate**:
+   - Solo dev blocking themselves? → Remove rule
+   - Team needs flexibility? → Use "ask" instead of "deny"
+
+### "How do I enforce rules across team?"
+
+**Solution**: Commit to repo, not personal config.
+
+```bash
+# Shared team rules
+/project/.claude/settings.json        # Committed
+/project/CLAUDE.md                    # Committed
+
+# Personal overrides
+/project/.claude/settings.local.json  # Gitignored
+/project/.claude/CLAUDE.md            # Gitignored
+```
+
+Team settings take precedence, but individuals can opt-in to stricter rules.
+
+---
+
+## See Also
+
+- [Ultimate Guide §9.12 Git Best Practices](./ultimate-guide.md#912-git-best-practices--workflows) — Commit workflow, Plan → Act pattern
+- [Security Hardening Guide](./security-hardening.md) — MCP security, secret protection, hook stack
+- [Data Privacy Guide](./data-privacy.md) — MCP database risks, retention policies
+- [Adoption Approaches](./adoption-approaches.md) — Team setup, shared conventions
+- [Plan Mode](./ultimate-guide.md#25-plan-mode) — Safe exploration before execution
+- [Permissions System](./ultimate-guide.md#33-settings--permissions) — Allow/deny rules, hooks
+
+---
+
+## Quick Reference
+
+### Rule Severity
+
+| Rule | Severity | Breaking this causes |
+|------|----------|----------------------|
+| 1. Port Stability | 🔴 Critical | Team downtime, deployment failures |
+| 2. Database Safety | 🔴 Critical | Data loss, customer impact |
+| 3. Feature Completeness | 🟡 High | Production bugs, tech debt |
+| 4. Infrastructure Lock | 🟠 High | Downtime, security issues |
+| 5. Dependency Safety | 🟡 Medium | Bundle bloat, license issues |
+| 6. Pattern Following | 🟢 Low | Code inconsistency, maintenance burden |
+
+### Enforcement Methods
+
+| Method | Strictness | Setup Time | Best For |
+|--------|------------|------------|----------|
+| **Permission deny** | 100% (blocks) | 2 min | Critical rules (1, 2, 4) |
+| **Pre-tool hooks** | 100% (blocks) | 10 min | Custom logic, team-specific |
+| **CLAUDE.md rules** | ~70% (Claude respects) | 5 min | Conventions, guidelines |
+| **Post-tool warnings** | ~30% (warns only) | 5 min | Best practices, suggestions |
+| **Git hooks** | 100% (blocks commits) | 15 min | Final safety net before push |
+
+### Common Patterns
+
+**Allow staging changes, block production**:
+```json
+{
+  "permissions": {
+    "allow": ["Edit(docker-compose.dev.yml)"],
+    "deny": ["Edit(docker-compose.prod.yml)"]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Require confirmation for sensitive ops**:
+```json
+{
+  "permissions": {
+    "ask": ["Bash(rm -rf *)", "Bash(DROP TABLE *)"]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Temporary override with expiry**:
+```markdown
+## Temporary Override (expires 2026-02-01)
+Infrastructure changes allowed for migration project.
+After expiry: revert to standard rules.
+```
+
+---
+
+**Version**: 1.0.0
+**Last Updated**: 2026-01-21
+**Changelog**: Initial version based on community-validated production patterns
diff --git a/guide/ultimate-guide.md b/guide/ultimate-guide.md
index 281dc8b..6c174e9 100644
--- a/guide/ultimate-guide.md
+++ b/guide/ultimate-guide.md
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
 
 **Last updated**: January 2026
 
-**Version**: 3.9.9
+**Version**: 3.9.11
 
 ---
 
@@ -3416,6 +3416,10 @@ Express + Prisma backend.
 - Prisma queries in /repositories
 ```
 
+**Production Safety**: For teams deploying Claude Code in production, see [Production Safety Rules](production-safety.md) for port stability, database safety, and infrastructure lock patterns.
+
+---
+
 ## 3.2 The .claude/ Folder Structure
 
 The `.claude/` folder is your project's Claude Code directory for memory, settings, and extensions.
@@ -11553,4 +11557,4 @@ Thumbs.db
 
 **Contributions**: Issues and PRs welcome.
 
-**Last updated**: January 2026 | **Version**: 3.9.9
+**Last updated**: January 2026 | **Version**: 3.9.11
diff --git a/machine-readable/reference.yaml b/machine-readable/reference.yaml
index bf5913b..478f791 100644
--- a/machine-readable/reference.yaml
+++ b/machine-readable/reference.yaml
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@
 # Source: guide/ultimate-guide.md
 # Purpose: Condensed index for LLMs to quickly answer user questions about Claude Code
 
-version: "3.9.9"
+version: "3.9.11"
 updated: "2026-01-20"
 
 # ════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
@@ -470,7 +470,7 @@ ecosystem:
       - "Cross-links modified → Update all 4 repos"
     history:
       - date: "2026-01-20"
-        event: "Code Landing sync v3.9.9, 66 templates, cross-links"
+        event: "Code Landing sync v3.9.11, 66 templates, cross-links"
         commit: "5b5ce62"
       - date: "2026-01-20"
         event: "Cowork Landing fix (paths, README, UI badges)"
@@ -562,3 +562,14 @@ onboarding_questions:
     optimize: "goal → tone → level → time → style (if time >= 15min)"
     build_agents: "goal → tone → level → time → style (if time >= 15min)"
     learn_everything: "goal → tone → level → time → style"
+
+deep_dive:
+  - file: "guide/production-safety.md"
+    lines: "1-550"
+    topics:
+      - "Port stability rules and implementation"
+      - "Database safety with backup enforcement"
+      - "Feature completeness (no TODOs for core functionality)"
+      - "Infrastructure lock patterns"
+      - "Dependency safety and npm install blocks"
+      - "Pattern following and CLAUDE.md conventions"