claude-code-tips

Here are my tips for getting the most out of Claude Code, including a custom status line script, cutting the system prompt in half, using Gemini CLI as Claude Code's minion, and Claude Code running itself in a container. Also includes the dx plugin.

📺 Quick demo - See some of these tips in action with a multi-Claude workflow and voice input:

[](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiISl558JGE)

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• Tip 0: Customize your status line
• Tip 1: Learn a few essential slash commands
• Tip 2: Talk to Claude Code with your voice
• Tip 3: Break down large problems into smaller ones
• Tip 4: Using Git and GitHub CLI like a pro
• Tip 5: AI context is like milk; it's best served fresh and condensed!
• Tip 6: Getting output out of your terminal
• Tip 7: Set up terminal aliases for quick access
• Tip 8: Proactively compact your context
• Tip 9: Complete the write-test cycle for autonomous tasks
• Tip 10: Cmd+A and Ctrl+A are your friends
• Tip 11: Use Gemini CLI as a fallback for blocked sites
• Tip 12: Invest in your own workflow
• Tip 13: Search through your conversation history
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