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Claude Code — When You Want AI in Your Terminal

Use Claude Code for terminal-based AI development with deep codebase understanding.

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Copy-ready prompt

"I'm using Claude Code on this project.
First, read the codebase and summarize:
1. what the app does
2. how the architecture is organized
3. the risky areas to avoid touching casually

Then propose a `CLAUDE.md` file and a safe plan for this change: [describe change].
Do not modify [list protected areas] without asking first."

Prompt FAQ

Questions to answer before you paste it

When should I use the Claude Code — When You Want AI in Your Terminal prompt?

Use Claude Code for terminal-based AI development with deep codebase understanding. Use it when you need a safer starting point than a blank prompt and you want the agent to stay inside explicit constraints.

Should I paste this prompt exactly as written?

No. Treat it as a safe starter. Replace the task, files, constraints, and verification details with your actual context before you run it.

What should I do after the agent answers?

Read the diff, run the checks, and stop after one reviewable step. If you need deeper context, open the lesson that explains the reasoning behind the prompt.

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