Quick Start Guide

The original Happy CLI (Happy Coder) runs Claude Code on your computer and lets you steer it from your phone. Install the app, install the CLI, and pair them with a QR code.

Installation

Download Mobile App

Install on Your Computer

npm install -g happy

Happy requires Node.js 20 or later.

Scan the QR code with your mobile app

happy auth login   # choose "Mobile App" to show a QR code

Screenshot of terminal showing the QR code plus secret code for manual entry

First Steps

Once you've connected your mobile app to your computer:

  1. Start a new conversation
  2. Begin coding with Claude!