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Prerequisites

Before you start, make sure you have:
  • Claude Code installed on your computer (download here)
  • Node.js 18+ installed (nodejs.org)
  • An active Claude subscription (Pro or Max plan)

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Step 1: Install the Bridge

The Bridge is a small program that runs on your computer and connects it to the Coder1 IDE in your browser. Verify the install worked: 
coder1-bridge --version

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Step 2: Open the IDE

Go to coder1.ai/ide in your browser.

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Step 3: Connect the Bridge

1

Click the Bridge button

Click the Bridge button (cyan, top right of the IDE). You’ll see a 6-digit pairing code like 823456.
2

Start the bridge locally

In your local terminal (not the web terminal), run:
coder1-bridge start
3

Enter the pairing code

When prompted, enter the 6-digit code from the IDE. The code expires after 5 minutes.
4

Watch for confirmation

You’ll see:
✅ Connected successfully!
🚀 Bridge is active
The Bridge button in the IDE will turn green.

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Step 4: Test It

In the web terminal (inside the IDE), type: 
claude "Hello! Can you hear me?"
Claude should respond. You’re connected!
The bridge runs on YOUR computer. Close the terminal tab and the connection drops. To reconnect, just run coder1-bridge start again.

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