Claude Code Kickoff Guide

This guide covers how to start every project in Claude Code. If you are just learning how to build with Claude Code, this guide will help you do all the basics to set yourself up for success. Especially if you are not a developer, the first few steps can feel overwhelming, so I documented all the tasks you need to complete to set your projects up properly.

In this guide, you'll find:

• Create a GitHub repository

• Set up your project folders locally + connecting to GitHub

• Open project in Cursor and Claude Code

• Use Claude Code planning mode to design the project

• Create your essential documentation files

• Make your first commit to GitHub

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