Claude Code
by Anthropic
Work on a real codebase with an assistant that can inspect files, make changes and run commands.
Agents
Claude Code
Added 17 May 2026
Our take
People maintaining a repository who want help with a specific change.
Choose something else if: you only need a quick answer and do not want to give a tool access to project files.
What it does
Work on a real codebase with an assistant that can inspect files, make changes and run commands.
Why consider it
- Works across project files and development tools.
- Supports project instructions, skills and MCP connections.
What to watch for
- Changes and command results still need review.
- Access and usage depend on your account or provider.
Cost and deployment
Subscription or provider billing; check your chosen access route.
Runs on your computer or through supported hosted surfaces.
Plan prices and availability change. Check the linked documentation before committing.
Start here
Install a supported app or CLI, sign in, then open a small project.
A first task to try
Ask it to explain a small repository without changing files. Check the explanation against the files.
Suggested exercise, not an installation test. We reviewed the linked documentation; no host compatibility is implied.
Sources and review
Sources checked 18 October 2026. A source review confirms what the documentation describes. It does not certify security, performance or a successful installation. Read our method.
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