What we know

Anthropic replaced Git with its own version control system because the volume of code generated by its AI assistant, Claude, caused scalability problems with traditional tools. In May, Anthropic averaged about 2,500 merged code changes per day. By September, that number had grown to over 30,000 daily merges, reflecting a rapid increase in code activity.

Why it matters

Anthropic’s AI assistant Claude produces a massive amount of code, creating challenges for standard version control systems like Git. The company’s shift to a custom-built system highlights the growing demands AI-generated code places on development infrastructure. Handling tens of thousands of code merges daily requires tools that can scale efficiently, which could influence how other AI-driven development teams manage their workflows.

What is still unknown

Details about the new system’s accuracy, the programming languages it supports, and plans for wider availability have not been disclosed. No independent evaluations of its performance or scalability have been published.