Learning Path
Your guided journey through Claude Code
This page shows the recommended order for learning Claude Code. Follow the phases in sequence for the smoothest onboarding experience.
How to Use This Guide
New to Claude Code? Start with Phase 1 and work through each phase in order. Each page builds on concepts from earlier pages.
Already familiar? Jump to the phase that matches your current knowledge level.
2 First Use Beginner
Hands-on walkthrough with a real project. Learn the core patterns for exploring, modifying, and committing code.
First Session 20 min
3 Daily Work Intermediate
Patterns and workflows for everyday use. Learn to integrate Claude with lab tools.
4 Advanced Advanced
Customize Claude Code with skills, hooks, and global configuration. Optional but powerful.
Advanced Overview 5 min
Global Config 8 min
Skills 12 min
Agents 10 min
Hooks 8 min
MCP Servers 10 min
Enforcing Standards 8 min
Time Investment
| Phase | Focus | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Setup | ~15 min |
| Phase 2 | First Use | ~20 min |
| Phase 3 | Daily Work | ~40 min |
| Phase 4 | Advanced | ~60 min |
Minimum to get started: Phases 1-2 (~35 min)
Full proficiency: All phases (~2.5 hours, spread over first week)
Quick Reference
After completing the learning path, use these pages for quick lookups:
| Page | Use For |
|---|---|
| Reference | Command cheatsheet |
| Troubleshooting | Common issues and solutions |