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📥 Step 1: Download Codex
Codex is an AI-powered IDE built on VSCode. Download it now.
Download from: codex.run
Choose your platform: macOS, Windows, or Linux
❌ Troubleshooting
Q: Can't find download?
A: Visit codex.run and click "Get Started"
⚙️ Step 2: Install Codex
Follow the installer. It's like any other app installation.
Drag Codex to Applications (Mac) or click Install (Windows)
✅ Step 3: Launch & Connect
Open Codex and connect your Claude API key.
1. Open Codex
2. Click "Settings" → "Claude API"
3. Paste your API key (get it from console.anthropic.com)
🚀 Step 4: Create Your First Project
Use Codex to generate code with AI assistance.
Cmd+K: "Create a hello world in Python"
🎉 Step 5: Master Codex
You're ready! Codex is now your AI coding partner.
Pro tips:
Cmd+K = Ask Claude anything
Cmd+I = Inline AI edits
/settings = Preferences