# Claude Code

> AI-powered coding assistant that runs in the terminal and understands your codebase to execute tasks through natural language commands.

Stars: 154.3k · Language: TypeScript · Categories: AI

- Repository: https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code
- Website: https://code.claude.com/docs/en/overview
- Page: https://www.trmn.sh/tools/claude-code

## Install

- curl: `curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.sh | bash`
- Homebrew: `brew install --cask claude-code`
- WinGet: `winget install Anthropic.ClaudeCode`

## Overview

Claude Code is an AI-powered coding assistant that operates directly in the terminal to help developers with coding tasks through natural language commands. The tool understands your existing codebase and can execute routine tasks, explain complex code, and handle git workflows without requiring specific syntax or command memorization.

The assistant integrates with your development environment and can be used in terminals, IDEs, or through GitHub mentions (@claude). It includes a plugin system that extends functionality with custom commands and agents, allowing for specialized workflows and integrations tailored to specific development needs.

Claude Code collects usage data including code acceptance/rejection feedback and conversation data to improve its functionality. The tool implements privacy safeguards with limited retention periods and restricted access to user session data. Developers can report issues directly through the `/bug` command or participate in the Claude Developers Discord community for support and feedback.

### Installation

```bash
# via curl
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.sh | bash
```

```bash
# via Homebrew
brew install --cask claude-code
```

```bash
# via WinGet
winget install Anthropic.ClaudeCode
```

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## Guides

- [Claude Code Alternatives](https://www.trmn.sh/alternatives/claude-code): Claude Code alternatives: OpenCode, Codex CLI, Gemini CLI, Aider and Goose compared by providers, agents, git handling and free tiers.
- [codex Alternatives](https://www.trmn.sh/alternatives/codex): Codex alternatives: OpenCode, Claude Code, Gemini CLI, Aider and Goose compared by model support, interface and workflow.
- [gemini-cli Alternatives](https://www.trmn.sh/alternatives/gemini-cli): Alternatives to gemini-cli: opencode, claude-code, codex, goose, and aider compared by provider support, agents, and workflow.
- [Goose Alternatives](https://www.trmn.sh/alternatives/goose): Goose alternatives compared: OpenCode, Claude Code, Aider, Codex and Gemini CLI, with how each differs on scope, providers and workflow.
- [Open Interpreter Alternatives](https://www.trmn.sh/alternatives/open-interpreter): Open Interpreter alternatives: Goose, opencode, Claude Code, Codex and Gemini CLI compared on interfaces, providers and approval controls.
- [opencode Alternatives](https://www.trmn.sh/alternatives/opencode): opencode alternatives: Claude Code, codex, Gemini CLI, Aider and Goose compared by interface, model support and git workflow.
- [Best AI Coding Agents for the Terminal](https://www.trmn.sh/best/ai-coding-agents): Compare terminal AI coding agents: opencode, Claude Code, codex, Gemini CLI, aider, Goose and Open Interpreter by workflow and model support.
- [Claude Code vs codex](https://www.trmn.sh/compare/claude-code-vs-codex): Claude Code vs codex: install options, IDE and GitHub integrations, plugins, ChatGPT sign-in and platform support for two terminal AI coding agents.

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