Summary:
Anthropic launches Claude Code AI coding agent
Why It Matters:
Claude is moving from a chat interface into a developer's actual workspace. This tool works directly inside the terminal and code editors to write, debug, and ship software.
What Changed:
- Added Claude Code, a new tool for developers to use in their terminal and IDEs.
- Launched official extensions for VS Code and JetBrains.
- Integrated Claude into Slack for team collaboration.
- Updated pricing plans to include Claude Code access for Pro, Team, and Enterprise users.
- Added a "Web & iOS research preview" for mobile coding tasks.
- Introduced new model versions including Sonnet 4.5 and Opus 4.6.