To get started with Claude Code, simply download it from NPM using the command 'npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code', and it will guide you through the setup process.

I typically use Claude for simple tasks like writing tests or bug fixes through GitHub issues, while more complex tasks require my involvement to refine the output.

To use Claude's computer capabilities, developers must run it in a virtual machine or container and obtain an Anthropic API key, after which they can interact with Claude through a dedicated browser interface.

Claude operates by analyzing prompts, taking screenshots at each step, and adjusting its actions as needed, which is part of its 'agent loop' that enables it to handle complex tasks autonomously.

In GitHub, I can mention Claude to work on tasks in the background and return with results and a new pull request.

Claude Code is a tool for agentic coding that operates in the terminal, allowing developers to use their existing tools without needing to adopt new ones.

I frequently use Claude in pull requests by simply mentioning it to fix issues or write tests, eliminating the need to ask coworkers for help.

Claude Code can be run in any terminal, including iTerm2 and VS Code, enhancing its functionality by providing a more powerful coding experience within IDEs.

Using Claude Code, you can quickly create an MCP server in about 10 minutes, which demonstrates how accessible it is to get started.