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Claude CodeHandbook

The definitive guide to Claude Code — from zero to mastery. For everyone, no prior coding experience required.

Claude Code Handbook

Three Books, One Complete Journey

This handbook is organized as three standalone books. Read in order, or jump to what you need.

Book 1: Getting Started · 16 chapters

For everyone — no programming experience required.

Takes you from "what is a terminal?" to building your first real project with Claude Code.

Start reading Book 1 →

Book 2: Power User · 22 chapters

For developers ready to unlock the full power.

Skills, sub-agents, hooks, MCP, token optimization, desktop app, plugins, worktree.

Start reading Book 2 →

Book 3: Architect · 9 chapters

For those building system-level AI workflows.

Harness engineering, agent teams, scheduled tasks, cloud deployment, team workflows, security & cost.

Start reading Book 3 →


About the Author

Joey Yu — Developer and heavy Claude Code user. Built 50+ projects with Claude Code including AI tools, optimization systems, and quant trading platforms. This handbook is based on 7 weeks of intensive usage consuming $3,400+ in API-equivalent tokens.

GitHub · LinkedIn · 2235062003ycy@gmail.com

Released under CC BY-SA 4.0.