Workbook Quick Reference
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Top 5 Scripts
I want to build [description]. It's for [who] to [do what]. Start with a simple version that just does [core feature].
This is close. Change [specific thing] to [what you want instead]. Keep everything else the same.
Something\'s not working. When I [action], I expected [X] but got [Y]. Here\'s the error: [paste error]
This is ready. Create a GitHub repo, push the code, and help me deploy to Vercel.
I\'m stuck. Explain what\'s happening in plain English, then give me options for what to try next.
10 Words You Need
Repo = folder for your project
Commit = save point you can return to
Push = upload your changes
Deploy = make it live on the internet
Artifact = live preview in Claude
Component = reusable piece (button, form)
Bug = something not working right
Frontend = what users see
Backend = behind-the-scenes logic
API = how apps talk to each other
When Things Break
Is there an error message?
Yes: Copy it to Claude, ask what it means
Did it work before?
Yes: Ask Claude to undo last change
Tried 3+ fixes with no progress?
Start fresh chat, clearer prompt
Deployed but broken?
Vercel: Deployments > Roll back
Key URLs
Claude: claude.ai
GitHub: github.com
Vercel: vercel.com
Done beats perfect. Always.
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