CCAR-F Claude Code Automation: Hooks, Plan Mode, and CI/CD Security Explained

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AI automation can accelerate development workflows, but production systems require more than intelligence — they require deterministic controls. In this video, we explore how architects design secure Claude Code automation workflows using lifecycle hooks, Plan Mode, permission boundaries, and restricted CI/CD execution. You’ll learn: - How hooks create controlled automation triggers - When to use command, prompt, or agent hooks - Why Plan Mode improves review and safety - How to design least-privilege CI/CD runners - How permissions differ from authorization - How observability and failure policies improve reliability For CCAR-F candidates, the key lesson is understanding the separation between AI decision-making and system enforcement. Reliable enterprise automation requires clear ownership, controlled execution, and observable outcomes. #CCARF #ClaudeCode #AIArchitecture