Buddi: Open-Source MacBook Notch Utility for Claude Code Companion
By
Ted Kim
Hard crust, hollow middle. Skim only.
Summary
Buddi is a free, open-source MacBook notch utility that replaces Anthropic's removed /buddy feature from Claude Code. It displays an animated companion in the notch that reacts to Claude's activities (working, reading, sleeping, erroring) with 18 species, rarity tiers, and customization options. The tool also functions as a general notch utility with music, calendar, battery, and file shelf features while allowing users to monitor Claude Code sessions and approve permissions directly from the notch.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledAnthropic removed /buddy from Claude Code after a week. Buddi keeps your buddy alive — in the MacBook notch.
Your buddy animates based on what Claude is doing: working, reading, sleeping, erroring out.
18 species, rarity tiers from common to legendary, unique eyes and hats.
Monitor multiple Claude Code sessions, approve permissions from the notch, chat with full history.
Also works as a notch utility with music, calendar, battery, and file shelf. Native Swift. Free. Open source.
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