Claude and Claude Code for Builders¶
Transform from a Claude user into a Claude builder through hands-on experience with the complete AI builder stackāthe same tools and infrastructure that power modern AI-first operations.
What You'll Learn¶
- Build and deploy Claude Skills that extend AI capabilities
- Design and implement Subagent workflows for complex automation
- Use Claude Code (CLI) for agentic software development
- Automate browser tasks with Claude in Chrome
- Connect AI to your local tools via Model Context Protocol (MCP)
- Create an Agentic AI Registry to track and scale your AI operations
Course Structure¶
Duration: 5 weeks Format: Live cohort-based learning with 90-minute sessions Time Commitment: Minimum 5 hours per week Community: Private Slack workspace for peer collaboration
Weekly Breakdown¶
| Week | Topic | Materials |
|---|---|---|
| Week 0 | Course Orientation | Pre-course prep |
| Week 1 | Configure AI Builder Stack | Setup & MCP |
| Week 2 | Build and Deploy Claude Skills | Coming soon |
| Week 3 | Advanced Workflows with Subagents | Coming soon |
| Week 4-5 | Agentic Coding with Claude Code | Coming soon |
Prerequisites¶
Required¶
- Claude Pro or Team subscription ($20-30/month)
- macOS or Windows operating system
- Admin access to install software
- Basic familiarity with command-line tools (we'll teach what you need)
Tools You'll Use¶
Setup guides are available under Claude and Fundamentals:
- Claude.ai (web + desktop app)
- GitHub
- Code editor (Cursor or VS Code)
- Claude Code CLI
- Google Chrome + Claude in Chrome extension
- Notion or alternative (for Agentic AI Registry)
Total minimum cost: $20/month (Claude subscription only)
Getting Started¶
- Start with Week 0: Course Orientation materials
- Complete the Claude setup guides and developer setup
- Join the Maven cohort for live sessions
Instructor¶
James Gray Building AI-first operations and teaching others to do the same.