Anthropic is making its powerful AI coding assistant, Claude Code, significantly more accessible. Previously, developers needed to install a command-line interface (CLI) on their desktops. Now, a new web application brings this sophisticated tool directly to your browser. This web-based version, currently available as a research preview for paid subscribers, introduces several enhancements beyond the standard Claude chatbot interface. It can manage multiple coding tasks simultaneously and seamlessly integrate with GitHub repositories.
Claude Code Arrives on the Web
In a recent announcement, the San Francisco-based AI firm detailed the expansion of Claude Code to a web-based platform. This means eligible users no longer need to download the CLI; instead, they can assign coding tasks directly from their web browser, provided it’s connected to their GitHub repository. This beta research preview is exclusively available to those with a Claude Pro or Max subscription.
Bringing Claude Code to the web also shifts the AI system from the user’s local terminal to the cloud. While this introduces a minor trade-off in security and privacy, users who embrace this change will unlock new features thanks to the enhanced processing power of cloud servers. A key advantage is the ability to execute multiple coding tasks in parallel. These tasks can span various repositories, all managed from a single, intuitive interface. Upon completion, each task conveniently provides a pull request (PR) button and concise change summaries.
Furthermore, every coding session operates within its own isolated environment, allowing users to monitor real-time progress. Developers can also instruct Claude Code to concentrate on specific code elements or introduce subtasks even while the AI is actively coding. Anthropic emphasizes that this AI tool is particularly adept at fixing bugs, handling well-defined coding tasks, and implementing backend changes.
Anthropic has also extended Claude Code’s availability to smartphones. Currently, the coding tool is accessible through the Claude for iOS app. The company notes that this is an early preview and plans to refine the mobile experience based on valuable user feedback.
Although running Claude Code via the cloud might present more perceived security risks compared to a terminal-based setup, Anthropic assures that robust measures are in place to safeguard user data. Each coding task is executed within an isolated environment, complete with network and filesystem restrictions.
To further enhance security, all GitHub interactions are managed through a proxy service, ensuring that the AI can only access authorized repositories. Users and administrators retain full control over which domains Claude Code can connect to, configurable through custom network settings.