Restrict files, network, and credentials

For an original repository workflow, start with an isolated checkout and only the files required for the task. Give network access according to the work that must happen, rather than exposing every credential available on the machine.

Permitted changes still need review

A successful sandboxed run can still produce a bad change inside the permitted area. Review the diff and run the relevant checks before promoting it.

THE TAKEAWAY

What to remember

Review changes before promotion.

Sources & further reading

  1. Anthropic: Claude Code sandboxing ↗
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