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+---
+description: Apply rules from AI_RULES.md to all interactions.
+globs: "*"
+alwaysApply: true
+---
+# AI Rules
+
+Follow the rules defined in [AI_RULES.md](../../AI_RULES.md).
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+# Claude Code Guidelines
+
+Refer to the shared [AI Rules](AI_RULES.md) for guidelines when working in this repository.