AI Coding Assistants software

Claude Code

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01 / Overview

What is Claude Code?

Claude Code is Anthropic’s coding agent for repository work across terminal, IDE, desktop and browser surfaces. It reads and edits files, runs commands and connects to development tools. Subscription access and API or cloud-provider billing are distinct arrangements.

Who is Claude Code for?

Developers evaluating an agent for changes within an existing codebase.

02 / Capabilities

Claude Code features

The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.

  • Repository exploration and file editing
  • Command execution and development workflows
  • Terminal, IDE and app surfaces
  • Project instructions and tool integrations
03 / Plans & costs

Claude Code pricing

Plan availability

Paid plans / trial

Check subscription limits or the provider’s usage billing, model choice and optional extra usage. Keep agent spend separate from application hosting.

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Free access & evaluation

Access commonly uses an eligible Claude subscription or an API/provider account. A free Claude chat account is not an unlimited Claude Code allowance.

04 / Buying checklist

Before you choose Claude Code

  • Availability and permissions vary across surfaces and account arrangements.

  • Review generated changes and the actual authentication and billing route.

05 / Guides & insights

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Take a closer look at the decisions behind this product.

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06 / Comparisons

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07 / Questions answered

Claude Code FAQs

Does Claude Code have a free plan?

Access commonly uses an eligible Claude subscription or an API/provider account. A free Claude chat account is not an unlimited Claude Code allowance.

Who is Claude Code for?

Developers evaluating an agent for changes within an existing codebase.

What should I compare before buying?

Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.