@tom_doerr: Reduces Claude Code and Cursor token costs by 60-95% https://github.com/yvgude/lean-ctx
Summary
lean-ctx is an open-source Rust-based context runtime that reduces token costs for AI coding agents like Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, and others by 60–95% through file read compression and shell output optimization. It operates as a Shell Hook and MCP Server with 56 tools and multiple read modes.
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The context layer for AI coding agents
Reduce token waste in Cursor, Claude Code, Copilot, Windsurf, Codex, Gemini & more by 60–95% (up to 99% on cached reads) Shell Hook + MCP Server · 56 tools · 10 read modes · 95+ patterns · Single Rust binary
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