Learning Timeline
Key Insights
The Benefits of Plan Mode
Plan Mode allows you to see the application's 'blueprint' before any code is written. This is the best time to spot design or technical errors to avoid wasting time during the coding process.
Why Does Claude Code Take Time?
Unlike standard AI generators, Claude Code takes longer because it performs 'self-testing.' It runs the application, captures screenshots, and fixes errors on its own before delivering the final result to you.
The Importance of Context
The more context and detail you provide in your initial prompt, the more accurate and comprehensive the resulting dashboard built by Claude Code will be.
Prompts
Seed Prompt for Generating Technical Prompts
Target:
Claude Chat (Sonnet)
Create a prompt for claude code for a dashboard where I could compare the top 20 AI tools. Include technical details and design details.
Step by Step
How to Use Claude Code Plan Mode to Build a Dashboard
- Open Claude Chat and ensure you are using the Claude 3.5 Sonnet model for the best prompt quality.
- Type a command in Claude Chat asking the AI to generate a comprehensive technical prompt for building an AI tools comparison dashboard featuring 20 tools.
- Copy the entire technical prompt generated by Claude Chat.
- Open the Claude Code interface on your computer.
- Select the option to start a new project ('Create a new project').
- Select a different storage folder or create a new one ('Choose a different folder and create a new one') to avoid mixing up files.
- Paste the technical prompt you copied earlier into the Claude Code input field.
- Notice the 'Plan Mode' display that appears. Review the action plan provided in both plain language and technical specifications.
- Check design details like the color scheme or file structure within the plan. If anything doesn't suit your preference, enter a 'Revision' command here.
- Once you are satisfied with the plan, type or select 'Approve this plan' to start the automated coding process.
- Let Claude Code do the work. The AI will write the code, perform testing, and take screenshots autonomously to ensure the application functions correctly.
- Once finished, check the file structure in your project folder to ensure all components (HTML, CSS, JS, etc.) have been created.
- Test the completed dashboard to check for responsiveness on both desktop and mobile views.
