Introduction
Claude Forge is a desktop application that provides a graphical user interface for the Claude Code CLI. It's designed for developers who want to harness the power of AI-assisted development with a polished, efficient interface.
What is Claude Forge?
Claude Forge wraps the Claude Code CLI in a beautiful Electron-based desktop app, adding features like:
- Multi-project management - Work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Visual task execution - See AI responses in real-time with formatted output
- Commit tracking - Track all file changes made by the AI
- Git integration - Manage git operations without leaving the app
- Custom agents - Create specialized AI assistants for different tasks
Why use Claude Forge?
For Individual Developers
- Faster workflow - No more switching between terminal and IDE
- Better visibility - See exactly what changes the AI is making
- Organization - Keep projects and conversations organized
- History - Navigate previous prompts with arrow keys
For Teams
- Shared configurations - Export and share agent settings
- Consistent experience - Same interface across team members
- Audit trail - Track all AI-generated changes
Architecture
Claude Forge is built with modern technologies:
| Component | Technology |
|---|---|
| Framework | Electron 28 |
| Frontend | React 18 + TypeScript |
| Styling | CSS Variables |
| State | Zustand |
| Build | Vite + electron-builder |
Next Steps
Ready to get started? Follow these guides:
- Installation - Download and install Claude Forge
- Quick Start - Your first project with Claude Forge
- Projects - Learn about project management
- Agents - Create custom AI agents