Bring back /buddy as a permanent opt-in feature
Resolved 💬 3 comments Opened Apr 9, 2026 by vtarsh Closed Apr 13, 2026
Feature request
The /buddy command (introduced in v2.1.89 as an April Fools' feature) was genuinely delightful — a small creature watching you code added personality to long coding sessions.
Request: Bring it back as a permanent opt-in feature, not just a seasonal Easter egg.
Why:
- It made the CLI feel more alive and less sterile during long sessions
- It was harmless — no impact on performance or workflow
- An opt-in toggle (
claude config set buddy true) would satisfy those who want it without affecting those who don't
Many devs spend hours in the terminal. A small companion goes a long way.
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