If you've been copy-pasting code to ChatGPT, constantly switching between your editor and browser, and losing context every time — there is a better way.

Claude Code is Anthropic's official AI coding assistant that runs directly in your terminal. It understands your entire codebase, makes changes across multiple files, and even handles Git operations for you.

In my latest video tutorial, I walk you through everything you need to get started — from installation to building your first project.

What is Claude Code?

Claude Code is a terminal-based AI coding assistant built by Anthropic. Unlike other AI tools that require you to switch between your browser and editor, Claude Code lives right in your terminal. It can read your files, write code, run commands, handle Git operations, and much more — all while understanding the full context of your project.

Pricing

Before diving in, here is what Claude Code costs:

• Claude Pro: $17/month (annual) or $20/month
• Claude Max: $100/month for heavier usage
• API Credits: Pay-as-you-go

If you are a developer who codes every day, the investment is well worth it.

Installation

The recommended way to install Claude Code is using the native installer. On macOS or Linux, open your terminal and run the install command from claude.ai/install.sh. Windows users can use the equivalent PowerShell command. You can also use Homebrew on Mac or winget on Windows, but the native installer is recommended by Anthropic because it auto-updates in the background.

After installation, verify it by running:

claude --version

First Login and Authentication

Once installed, simply type claude in your terminal. On first launch, you will choose a text style, then log in. You can authenticate with a Claude Pro/Max subscription, an Anthropic Console API account, or a third-party platform like Amazon Bedrock.

Key Features Covered in the Video

CLAUDE.md — The Project Memory System
This is like giving Claude a memory of your project. It stores your tech stack, coding preferences, run commands, and more. Every time you start Claude Code in a folder with a CLAUDE.md file, it reads it and knows your project context instantly.

Essential Slash Commands
The video walks you through /help, /clear, /context, /compact, /model, and /doctor — commands that help you manage your conversation, switch AI models, check diagnostics, and more.

File Operations and Permissions
Claude Code always asks before making changes to your files. You can review every edit before approving, keeping you in full control.

Building a CLI Tool from Scratch
I demonstrate building a complete temperature converter CLI tool that supports Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin — including error handling.

Quick Tips

• Resume sessions with claude --continue
• Use one-shot mode with claude -p "your prompt" for quick answers
• Always create a CLAUDE.md file — it makes Claude significantly more helpful

Watch the Full Tutorial

This article only scratches the surface. Watch the full video for live demonstrations and step-by-step guidance:

Watch: Claude Code Tutorial for Beginners 2026 on YouTube

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Seattle-based travel giant Expedia Group will cut 162 workers in Washington state according to a filing Wednesday with the Employment Security Department.

The layoffs, confirmed earlier this week, will take place April 1-19, the company said in a letter accompanying its Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification.

A variety of roles will be impacted, including product managers, software development engineers, user experience designers, data engineers, content designers, and others.

“We are eliminating roles as well as opening some new roles as we remain disciplined about assessing the skills we need for the future,” an Expedia spokesperson previously said in a statement. “We are also simplifying our structure and reducing organizational layers to move faster and with more accountability. These are not easy decisions, and we are grateful for the contributions of our colleagues who are impacted.”

The latest reductions add to a series of workforce cuts at the online travel company over the past two years.

Expedia went through multiple rounds of layoffs in 2024 and 2025, including one round last year that reportedly impacted about 3% of its workforce.

The company had 16,500 employees across nearly 50 countries at the end of 2024, according to its most recent annual filing.

Layoff tracker: GeekWire’s regularly updated list of layoffs in the Pacific Northwest.

Read more of this story at Slashdot.

In this episode of the AI Agent & Copilot Podcast, John Siefert is joined by Shawn Dorward, Vice President at sa.global and a second-year leader on the Programming Committee Board. Together, they explore how the AI landscape has evolved from curiosity to execution, what made the 2026 AI Agent & Copilot Summit NA speaker selection process so competitive, and how leadership, creativity, and intentional AI adoption are shaping the future of enterprise innovation.

Key Takeaways

• Creativity without constraints: Dorward says that AI removes many historical limitations, forcing leaders to think without predefined rules. The most compelling session proposals challenged conventional narratives, offering unconventional ideas that expanded what attendees believed was possible. This creative freedom is essential as organizations explore entirely new operating models enabled by AI.

• Intentional AI wins: Both speakers stress that success won’t come from using AI everywhere, but from using it intentionally. Knowing when not to apply AI is just as important as knowing when to deploy it. Organizations that align AI usage with clear business goals will outperform those chasing technology for its own sake.

• Leadership must evolve: AI-driven enterprises demand a new kind of leadership — one that blends technical understanding with human judgment, ethics, and change management.That kind of leadership, not technology, will ultimately differentiate organizations in an agentic world. “What everybody doesn’t have is the same leadership,” he says. “The human element, the people element is what will separate people organizations.”

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Bluesky says it's planning to make the app feel more "live" this year as part of ongoing efforts to build a competent rival to Elon Musk's X platform. Announcing Bluesky's 2026 development roadmap, product head Alex Benzer said the platform is working to make feeds more interactive and timely during live events, alongside teasing improvements to posting and follow suggestions.

"We're exploring new features and interactions within feeds that make them feel less like just scrolling through posts and more like hanging out," said Benzer. "We're also working on making the app feel more 'live' in general. We're taking an experimental approach, s …

Read the full story at The Verge.