Claude Code 101

Claude Code 101 is designed for developers who are either new to software engineering or experienced engineers who haven't yet explored AI coding agents. This course walks you through everything from installation to advanced customization, teaching you how to use Claude Code effectively in your daily workflow. Learning objectives By the end of this course, you'll be able to: - Explain what an AI coding agent is and how Claude Code differs from chat-based AI tools - Understand how the agentic loop, context window, tools, and permissions work together - Install and set up Claude Code in the terminal, VS Code, JetBrains, Claude Desktop, or on the web - Write effective prompts using approval mode, auto-accept, and Plan Mode - Follow the Explore → Plan → Code → Commit workflow for any feature or task - Manage your context window with /compact, /clear, and /context to stay productive - Create and maintain a CLAUDE.md file to give Claude persistent project memory - Build custom subagents to delegate tasks and keep your main context clean - Connect external tools and data sources using MCP servers - Write hooks for deterministic control over formatting, command blocking, and notifications Prerequisites - Basic familiarity with a code editor and the command line - A Claude account (Pro, Max, or Enterprise) or an API key Who this course is for New developers getting into software engineering who want to learn AI-assisted workflows from the start, and experienced engineers who are curious about coding agents but haven't taken the plunge yet.