Course · 7 chapters
Claude Code
Ship working code faster with Claude Code, Anthropic terminal AI agent. Go from essentials to pro flows, plugins, memory, and cost control across 7 free chapters for engineers.
What you'll be able to do
- Run Claude Code from your terminal
- Ship real changes in your first session
- Build custom slash commands
- Share your first custom plugin
- Extend Claude Code with hooks
- Cut your AI agent spend
What's inside
- 1Claude Code: Start Here
A 12-minute orientation to the Claude Code skill path — why it exists, what you'll be able to do, how the chapters relate, and where to begin
- 2CC Essentials
From zero to productive — master Claude Code fundamentals and start shipping with AI from day one
- 3CC Pro Flows
Advanced workflows, custom commands, and power-user patterns that 10x your output
- 4CC Plugins Essentials
Build your first Claude Code plugin — from zero to shareable
- 5CC Plugins: Power User
Advanced plugin patterns — hooks, agents, MCP servers, and marketplaces
- 6CC Memory Mastery
Master every persistence layer — CLAUDE.md, auto memory, rules, settings, and hooks — so Claude never forgets
- 7CC Cost Control
Tame your AI agent spend — model tiers, thinking budgets, caching, and Claude Code settings that cut costs without cutting quality
Frequently asked questions
- What will I learn in this Claude Code course?
- You learn to use Claude Code, Anthropic's terminal coding agent, from fundamentals to power user. The seven chapters cover essentials, advanced workflows and custom commands, building and extending plugins with hooks and MCP servers, configuring memory with CLAUDE.md and settings, and controlling AI agent costs.
- Who is this Claude Code course for?
- It is built for engineers and developers who want to use Claude Code in their daily workflow. The path is set at practitioner level, so it fits people who already write or work with code and want to move from first steps to advanced, custom setups.
- Do I need coding experience to take this Claude Code course?
- Some coding background helps, because the path is engineering-focused and set at practitioner level. The early chapters start from zero on Claude Code itself, but being comfortable in a terminal and reading code helps you get the most from the plugin and cost-control chapters.
- How long is the Claude Code course and is there a certificate?
- The course has seven chapters totaling about two hours (122 minutes), starting with a 12-minute orientation. You can complete it at your own pace and earn a certificate of completion through AI Academy by Anthropos.
- Is this Claude Code course free?
- Yes, this Claude Code path is free. You can work through all seven chapters, from essentials to plugins, memory, and cost control, at no cost.
Earn a certificate
Complete all chapters to receive your certificate of completion.