Absolute Beginners
Getting Started
Complete beginner setup - install everything from scratch. This track assumes zero prior knowledge. We'll explain what a terminal is, why you need Git, how to install Node.js, and everything else you need to start building with AI-assisted coding tools.
After completing this track, you'll have:
- A terminal you know how to use
- Git installed and configured
- Node.js ready for development
- Docker for containerization
- VS Code or Cursor as your IDE
- Claude Code installed and working
Lessons
1 of 7
What is a Terminal?
Learn what the terminal is and master essential commands
2 of 7
Installing Git
Set up version control to track your code changes
3 of 7
Installing Node.js
Install the JavaScript runtime for modern development
4 of 7
Installing Docker
Get containers ready for consistent environments
5 of 7
What is an IDE?
Choose and set up your code editor
6 of 7
Installing Claude Code
Install the AI coding assistant from Anthropic
7 of 7
Verify Your Setup
Make sure everything is working correctly
Already have Git and Node.js installed?
Skip ahead to the Vibecoding track for beginners or the Engineer track for experienced developers.