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How-to guides - practical Claude Code guides

Practical Claude Code guides, step by step.

10 modules · 37 guides · 3 completely free

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  1. Slash Commands25 min · Free
  2. Memory (CLAUDE.md)34 min · Free
  3. Checkpoints11 min · Free

Guides

37 practical guides, from your first slash command to advanced subagents.

Free

Slash Commands

Slash commands are shortcuts that control Claude's behavior during an interactive session. They come in several types:

9 guides25 minBeginner
Free

Memory Guide

Memory enables Claude to retain context across sessions and conversations. It exists in two forms: automatic synthesis in claude.ai, and filesystem-based CLAUDE.md in Claude Code.

4 guides34 minBeginner
Pro

Agent Skills Guide

Agent Skills are reusable, filesystem-based capabilities that extend Claude's functionality. They package domain-specific expertise, workflows, and best practices into discoverable components that Claude automatically uses when relevant.

1 guide28 minIntermediate
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Subagents - Complete Reference Guide

Subagents are specialized AI assistants that Claude Code can delegate tasks to. Each subagent has a specific purpose, uses its own context window separate from the main conversation, and can be configured with specific tools and a custom system prompt.

10 guides38 minIntermediate
Pro

MCP (Model Context Protocol)

This folder contains comprehensive documentation and examples for MCP server configurations and usage with Claude Code.

1 guide35 minIntermediate
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Hooks

Hooks are automated scripts that execute in response to specific events during Claude Code sessions. They enable automation, validation, permission management, and custom workflows.

1 guide40 minIntermediate
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Claude Code Plugins

This folder contains complete plugin examples that bundle multiple Claude Code features into cohesive, installable packages.

1 guide37 minAdvanced
Free

Checkpoints and Rewind

Checkpoints allow you to save conversation state and rewind to previous points in your Claude Code session. This is invaluable for exploring different approaches, recovering from mistakes, or comparing alternative solutions.

2 guides11 minBeginner
Pro

Advanced Features

Comprehensive guide to Claude Code's advanced capabilities including planning mode, extended thinking, auto mode, background tasks, permission modes, print mode (non-interactive), session management, interactive features, channels, voice dictation, remote control, web sessions, desktop app, task list, prompt suggestions, git worktrees, sandboxing, managed settings, and configuration.

2 guides85 minAdvanced
Pro

CLI Reference

The Claude Code CLI (Command Line Interface) is the primary way to interact with Claude Code. It provides powerful options for running queries, managing sessions, configuring models, and integrating Claude into your development workflows.

1 guide49 minAdvanced

References

  • Pro

    Claude Code Examples - Quick Reference Card

    A one-page reference card: the commands to install each example (slash commands, memory, skills, subagents, MCP, hooks, plugins) and quick notes on checkpoints and advanced features.

    1 guide13 minReference
  • Pro

    Complete Guide to Claude Concepts

    A conceptual overview of how Claude Code's features work and fit together - architecture diagrams, decision tables, and comparisons across Slash Commands, Subagents, Memory, MCP, Skills, Plugins, Hooks, and more.

    1 guide35 minReference
  • Pro

    📚 Claude Code Learning Roadmap

    New to Claude Code? This guide helps you master Claude Code features at your own pace. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced developer, start with the self-assessment quiz below to find the right path for you.

    1 guide21 minReference
  • Pro

    List of good resources

    A list of good Claude Code resources: the official documentation, the Anthropic engineering blog and articles on new features and capabilities.

    1 guide10 minReference

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