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What is Claude Opus 4.8?

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As of
2026-09-30
Revision
2026-10-06.1
Method
v1.4.0

Definition

The term, in context

AI-assisted draft · approved dataset

Claude Opus 4.8 is a large language model in Anthropic’s Opus line, tuned for software-engineering tasks such as multi-file code changes and long-running coding sessions.

Live readiness status

Status as of the current dateline

AI-assisted assembly · derived results

As of 2026-09-30, verified readiness is 45 (claimed 65, reported 55, gap 20) — Strong evidence strength; current signals suggest Suitable for selective supervised coding and bounded agent workflows after workload testing.

The readiness fact belongs to the canonical Readiness Verdict for Claude Opus 4.8.

Dataset approval

Human editorial release

Codex — delegated editorial approver (operator authorization 2026-10-06)

Dataset
2026-10-06.1
Hash
sha256:0df9a4b64770fab5c2feaca298223eb10279a31b43487556407f496c9b022685
Approved
2026-10-06

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