How to install Claude Code and start building with it. VS Code, Terminal, or the Desktop App. 10 ready-to-use prompts to build websites, create apps, automate tasks, and more. No coding experience required.
What Is Claude Code?
Claude Code is a coding assistant built by Anthropic. You tell it what you want to build in plain English and it writes the code for you. It is not autocomplete that suggests one line at a time. It is an agent that can build entire features, create full websites, write apps from scratch, fix bugs, and automate repetitive tasks.
You do not need to be an expert programmer to use it. If you can describe what you want, Claude Code can build it.
Three Ways to Access It
Who Can Use It
You need a Pro, Max, Team, or Enterprise subscription at claude.com. You can also use it with an Anthropic API account with credits. The free plan does not include Claude Code.
Installing Claude Code
The fastest way - open your terminal and run one command:
Mac / Linux / WSL:
Windows (PowerShell):
Check that it worked:
Other install options: Homebrew (brew install --cask claude-code), WinGet (winget install Anthropic.ClaudeCode), or npm (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code).
10 Things You Can Build
1. Build a Personal Website
2. Create a Full Web App with a Database
3. Build a Landing Page for Your Business
4. Automate Boring File Tasks
5. Create a Chrome Extension
6. Build a Mobile App
7. Turn a Screenshot Into Code
8. Automate Emails and Notifications
9. Create an API or Backend Service
10. Fix Bugs and Errors
Essential Commands Cheat Sheet
Pro Tip: CLAUDE.md
Create a file called CLAUDE.md in your project folder. Write instructions like "always use TypeScript" or "use Tailwind CSS for styling" and Claude will follow them automatically every session. Think of it as a settings file for your AI assistant.
Get the Full Guide
Download the PDF below for the complete setup guide with screenshots, detailed installation steps for every platform, and all 10 use cases with copy-paste prompts.