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Learn by making

A little guidance.
A working project.

Start with a small idea. Give your agent a clear brief. Learn how to check the result.

01 / Start here

Install freecode on macOS or Windows

Install the freecode terminal coding agent, open a project, and troubleshoot your first launch. No model API key required.

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02 / Your first project

AI coding for beginners: build a reading list

Build a small website with an AI coding agent. Follow a concrete brief, test the result, and compare it with a working reference example.

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03 / Choose your tool

A free Claude Code alternative: when freecode fits

Compare freecode and Claude Code on cost, terminal workflow, supported platforms, and tradeoffs before choosing a coding agent.

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