Claude Code
Anthropic's terminal coding agent that edits code, runs commands and handles git.
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About Claude Code
Claude Code is listed in our coding category and is aimed at builders. Anthropic's terminal coding agent that edits code, runs commands and handles git. Pricing, as the maker states it: Paid (Claude plan or API). Maturity: Mature. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-14.
What is Claude Code?
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic coding tool that lives in your terminal. It understands your codebase and helps you code faster by executing routine tasks, explaining complex code and handling git workflows through natural language commands.
You can use it in the terminal, in your IDE, or by tagging @claude on GitHub. Anthropic notes that installing it via npm is deprecated in favor of its recommended install methods.
Sources: the official README and our directory listing, checked 2026-10-18. Official site: claude.com/product/claude-code.
Who is Claude Code for?
Developers who want an AI agent that works directly in their terminal and repository, and teams already on a Claude plan or the Anthropic API.
Claude Code at a glance
- Open source: No (Proprietary (All rights reserved; Anthropic Commercial Terms of Service))
- GitHub: anthropics/claude-code · 152,676 stars (as of Oct 21, 2026)
Key features
- Runs in the terminal and reads your codebase
- Executes routine tasks and explains complex code
- Handles git workflows with natural language
- Works in IDEs and via @claude on GitHub
Claude Code pricing
- Pro: $20/mo · $17/mo with annual billing; Claude Code included
- Max: from $100/mo · 5x or 20x Pro usage; Claude Code included
Claude Code is included in all paid Claude plans and shares their usage limits. Team, Enterprise and API pricing are listed separately.
Source: official pricing page, checked Oct 18, 2026. Prices change; check the source before buying.
Claude Code FAQ
What is Claude Code?
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic coding tool that lives in your terminal. It understands your codebase and helps you code faster by executing routine tasks, explaining complex code and handling git workflows through natural language commands.
Who is Claude Code for?
Developers who want an AI agent that works directly in their terminal and repository, and teams already on a Claude plan or the Anthropic API.
Is Claude Code free?
Claude Code doesn't list a free plan on its pricing page (checked Oct 18, 2026). Plans: Pro: $20/mo; Max: from $100/mo.
How much does Claude Code cost?
As of Oct 18, 2026, Claude Code's official pricing page lists: Pro: $20/mo; Max: from $100/mo. Claude Code is included in all paid Claude plans and shares their usage limits. Team, Enterprise and API pricing are listed separately.
Is Claude Code open source?
No. Claude Code's GitHub repository states: Proprietary (All rights reserved; Anthropic Commercial Terms of Service).
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