Claude Code Crash Course: Claude Code In a Day

Master Claude Code: Build Automated Development Workflows with AI

Unlock the full potential of Claude Code with this advanced course! Currently in Beta, this comprehensive curriculum is designed for experienced software developers, AI engineers, and data scientists ready to move beyond basic AI chat and build powerful, automated development tools. Gain early access and shape the future of Claude Code by providing valuable feedback.

Important: This course is advanced and requires a strong foundation in software engineering, Python, Next.js, and generative AI. Familiarity with the terminal and the Cursor IDE is recommended, though the Claude Code extension supports most popular editors.

What You'll Learn in Claude Code:

• Architecture & Core Concepts:
  • Slash Commands: Master precise control over Claude Code's behavior, context, and configuration directly from your terminal for efficient development.
  • Persistent Memory (CLAUDE .md): Implement long-term memory for Claude Code, managing user, project, and local memory files to store preferences, coding standards, and architectural context across sessions.
  • Hooks: Automate development tasks by creating shell commands triggered by specific events in Claude's lifecycle – from testing and formatting to calling other AI agents.
  • Sub-Agents: Design and build specialized AI assistants ("sub-agents") with unique contexts, tools, and system prompts for tasks like code reviews, debugging, and security analysis.
• Agentic Coding Principles: Understand and apply best practices for building robust and efficient AI-driven development systems.
• Claude Code Plugins: Extend Claude Code's functionality with custom plugins.
• Claude Code Output Styles: Control and customize the output format of Claude Code.

Key Capabilities & Topics Covered:

• Advanced Context Engineering: Effectively manage Claude Code's context window using features like /clear, /compact, and automated memory systems for focused and efficient AI assistance.
• Multi-Agent Workflows: Design and implement complex workflows where specialized sub-agents collaborate to solve problems, orchestrated by Hooks and a central Claude instance.
• Tool Use & Permissions: Securely grant Claude Code access to your local tools and scripts, and manage granular permissions to control its capabilities.
• IDE Integration: Optimize the Claude Code extension within your IDE for a seamless workflow, combining terminal power with in-editor diffs and context.
• Cost & Performance Optimization: Understand Claude Code's tokenomics and learn strategies for managing costs and ensuring high-performance interactions.
• Real-World Projects: Apply your knowledge through hands-on projects, including building custom linters with Hooks and creating multi-agent systems for automated code reviews.

Who is this course for?

• Advanced GenAI Users: Leverage the full programmatic power of Claude Code beyond the chat interface.
• AI Engineers: Build and deploy sophisticated, agentic workflows directly within your development environment.
• Application Developers: Automate repetitive tasks and integrate a deeply context-aware AI partner into your daily workflow.
• Data Scientists: Automate complex data analysis, scripting, and pipeline generation tasks.

Ready to become a Claude Code power user? Enroll now and join the Beta!