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Code with Claude
Use this skill when the user asks about Claude Code CLI features, configuration, workflows, or best practices.
Claude Code Feature Map
| Feature | What It Does | Reference |
|---|
| CLI flags | Launch-time options for sessions, models, permissions, prompts | ./references/cli-reference.md |
| Commands | In-session / commands for model switching, permissions, context, workflows | ./references/commands.md |
| Interactive mode | Keyboard shortcuts, Vim mode, multiline input, voice, task list | ./references/interactive-mode.md |
| Hooks | Shell commands, HTTP endpoints, or LLM prompts at lifecycle events | ./references/hooks.md |
| Plugins | Extend Claude Code with skills, agents, hooks, MCP/LSP servers | ./references/plugins.md |
| Channels | MCP servers that push external events into a session | ./references/channels.md |
| Checkpointing | Automatic file edit tracking with rewind and summarize | ./references/checkpointing.md |
| Tools | Built-in tools: Bash, Edit, Read, Write, Agent, WebFetch, etc. | ./references/tools.md |
| Environment variables | Control behavior via env vars or settings.json | ./references/env-vars.md |
Quick Reference: Essential CLI Flags
| Flag | Purpose | Example |
|---|
--model | Set model (alias or full name) | claude --model opus |
--continue, -c | Resume most recent conversation | claude -c |
--resume, -r | Resume by session ID or name | claude -r "auth-refactor" |
--print, -p | Non-interactive print mode (SDK) | claude -p "query" |
--permission-mode | Start in a specific permission mode | claude --permission-mode plan |
--worktree, -w | Isolated git worktree session | claude -w feature-auth |
--bare | Minimal mode, skip auto-discovery | claude --bare -p "query" |
--append-system-prompt | Add to default system prompt | claude --append-system-prompt "Use TS" |
--effort | Set effort level for session | claude --effort high |
Quick Reference: Essential Commands
| Command | Purpose |
|---|
/model [model] | Switch model mid-session |
/compact [instructions] | Compact conversation, free context |
/clear | Clear conversation history |
/rewind | Rewind to a checkpoint (Esc+Esc) |
/permissions | Manage tool allow/deny rules |
/plan [description] | Enter plan mode |
/batch <instruction> | Parallel large-scale changes |
/hooks | View hook configurations |
/memory | Edit CLAUDE.md memory files |
/diff | Interactive diff viewer |
/cost | Show token usage statistics |
/effort [level] | Set effort (low/medium/high/max) |
Quick Reference: Key Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|
Ctrl+C | Cancel current generation |
Esc+Esc | Rewind / checkpoint menu |
Shift+Tab | Cycle permission modes |
Ctrl+O | Toggle transcript viewer |
Ctrl+B | Background running tasks |
Ctrl+T | Toggle task list |
Alt+P | Switch model |
Alt+T | Toggle extended thinking |
!command | Run bash directly in session |
@path | File path autocomplete |
Quick Reference: Permission Modes
| Mode | Behavior |
|---|
default | Ask for each tool use |
acceptEdits | Auto-approve file edits, ask for bash |
plan | Read-only exploration, no writes |
auto | AI classifier approves safe operations |
bypassPermissions | Skip all permission prompts |
Cycle modes with Shift+Tab. Start in a specific mode: claude --permission-mode plan.
Quick Reference: Core Tools
| Tool | Description | Permission |
|---|
Bash | Execute shell commands | Yes |
Read | Read file contents | No |
Edit | Targeted file edits | Yes |
Write | Create or overwrite files | Yes |
Agent | Spawn subagent with own context | No |
Glob | Find files by pattern | No |
Grep | Search file contents | No |
WebFetch | Fetch URL content | Yes |
WebSearch | Web search | Yes |
Monitor | Background watch + react | Yes |
Gotchas
- Env vars don't persist across Bash tool commands. Use
CLAUDE_ENV_FILE or a SessionStart hook. - Checkpoints don't track bash changes — only direct file edits via Edit/Write tools are tracked.
- `applyTo: ""` burns context** — always-on instructions load on every interaction. Use specific globs.
- macOS Alt shortcuts require Option-as-Meta in your terminal (iTerm2: Profiles → Keys → "Esc+").
--bare disables everything — hooks, skills, plugins, MCP, auto-memory, CLAUDE.md. Use for fast scripted calls.- Hook
if patterns use tool permission syntax: Bash(rm *) matches bash commands starting with rm. - Plugin agents can't use
hooks, mcpServers, or permissionMode frontmatter for security reasons.
When to Load References
Load the appropriate reference when the user needs detailed information:
- CLI flags, system prompt customization, launch options → Read
./references/cli-reference.md - In-session commands, slash commands, skills list → Read
./references/commands.md - Keyboard shortcuts, Vim mode, multiline, voice, task list → Read
./references/interactive-mode.md - Hooks lifecycle, events, matchers, configuration → Read
./references/hooks.md - Plugins structure, manifest, MCP/LSP, distribution → Read
./references/plugins.md - Channels, webhook receivers, two-way chat bridges → Read
./references/channels.md - Checkpointing, rewind, restore, summarize → Read
./references/checkpointing.md - Built-in tools, Bash behavior, LSP, Monitor, PowerShell → Read
./references/tools.md - Environment variables, timeouts, model config, proxy → Read
./references/env-vars.md
