Troubleshooting Claude AI in VS Code

A complete guide to fixing common issues with Claude Code in VS Code. Covers Node.js installation, the CLI vs GUI difference, blank panels, authentica

Course outline

1. Understand How Claude Code Works (CLI vs GUI)5 min
2. Check if Node.js is Already Installed5 min
3. Install Node.js (If Missing)5 min
4. Run the Node.js Installer (Don't Skip the PATH Step!)5 min
5. Restart VS Code (Required After Installing Node.js)5 min
6. Verify Everything Works5 min
7. Fix: Claude Panel is Blank or Shows Errors5 min
8. Fix: Authentication / Sign-In Problems5 min
9. Common Error Messages & Quick Fixes5 min
10. Nuclear Option, Full Clean Reinstall5 min

Certificate

Finish every lesson and the certificate is issued on the spot. Each certificate has its own verify page a client can open, and a button to add it to LinkedIn.

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