BMAD-METHOD/docs/agentic-tools/claude-code-guide.md

BMad Method Guide for Claude Code

This guide covers Claude Code-specific setup and usage with BMad Method. For the complete workflow, see the BMad Workflow Guide.

Installation

When running npx bmad-method install, select Claude Code as your IDE. This creates:

• .bmad-core/ folder with all agents
• .claude/commands/ folder with agent command files (.md)

Using BMad Agents in Claude Code

Type /agent-name in your chat to activate an agent:

• /bmad-master - Universal task executor
• /sm - Scrum Master
• /dev - Full-stack developer
• /architect - Solution architect
• /pm - Product manager
• /analyst - Business analyst
• /qa - QA specialist
• /po - Product owner
• /ux-expert - UX specialist

Claude Code-Specific Features

• Command files: Stored in .claude/commands/ as .md files
• Activation: Use forward slash / prefix for all agents
• Chat management: Start new chats when switching agents for clean context

Tips for Claude Code Users

• Commands are auto-suggested as you type /
• Each agent supports *help to see available commands
• Claude Code maintains excellent context within each chat