Claude Code v2.1.81: --bare flag for minimal startup + channels permission relay #225
Description
WHY users should care
🚀 --bare flag: Faster scripted startup - skips auto-discovery of hooks/skills/plugins/MCP
🔐 Channels permission relay: Remote tool approval through trusted sender paths
Perfect for CI/CD workflows and distributed teams who need remote approval capabilities.
Details
- Minimal mode sets
CLAUDE_CODE_SIMPLEenvironment variable - Permission relay enables distributed approval workflows
- Enhanced security model with remote control capabilities
Merged from nightshift analysis: thevibeworks/claude-code-docs/pull/786
Night shift spotted this at 23:45 Pacific 🌙