How to install Claude Code on macOS, Linux, and Windows — full walkthrough from prerequisites to your first interactive Claude session in the terminal. We'll verify Node.js, install Claude Code globally with one npm command, sign in with Claude Pro, pick a theme, and apply the recommended settings.
📦 Install command
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code
✅ Requirements
• macOS 10.15+, Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian 10+, or Windows 10+
• Node.js 18 or higher
• A Claude Pro subscription OR an Anthropic Enterprise API key
• Stable internet connection
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⏱ Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:18 System requirements & prerequisites
0:54 My setup (macOS, iTerm2, Node 18, Claude Pro)
1:18 Note for Windows users
1:34 Step 1 — Check your Node version
1:56 Step 2 — Install Claude Code globally
2:13 Step 3 — Launch & pick a terminal theme
2:27 Step 4 — Sign in with Claude Pro
3:09 Step 5 — Recommended settings
3:30 Recap
3:40 What's next — VS Code plugin
🔗 Resources
- Claude Code docs: https://docs.claude.com/claude-code
- Node.js: https://nodejs.org
- Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com
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