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| slug | title | author | status | priority | created | source | urgency_reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| install-claude-code | How to Install Claude Code: Complete Setup Guide for Mac, Linux & Windows | josh-mercer | inbox | HIGH | 2026-01-10 | seo-research-josh-mara-warmup | High volume (8,100) with achievable KD (22) + trending topic NOW |
Idea
Discovery
Source: SEO Research for Josh & Mara warmup articles — 2026-01-10 Evidence:
- "install claude code" = 8,100 monthly searches
- KD: 22 (LOW-MEDIUM — very achievable!)
- Search intent: Transactional/Informational
- Target audience: Developers who heard about Claude Code and want to try it, devs moving from Cursor/Copilot, terminal-native developers
Why This Matters
Excellent opportunity:
- 8,100 searches = high volume
- KD 22 = very achievable for new blog
- Claude Code is trending NOW
- Clear transactional intent (ready to install)
- Step-by-step guides rank well
Content Angle
Title: "How to Install Claude Code: Complete Setup Guide for Mac, Linux & Windows"
Josh's Approach:
- Comprehensive step-by-step installation guide
- Cover ALL platforms (Mac, Linux, Windows)
- Include common errors and troubleshooting
- Show what first session looks like
- Practical examples of initial use
- Document actual installation experience
Structure:
- Opening: "Installed Claude Code yesterday. Here's exactly what I did..."
- Prerequisites (what you need first)
- Installation: macOS
- Homebrew method
- Direct download method
- Verification steps
- Installation: Linux
- apt/dnf/pacman methods
- Common errors on Linux
- Installation: Windows
- WSL setup (if needed)
- Native Windows install
- Initial configuration
- API keys (if needed)
- First commands to try
- Troubleshooting common issues
- Permissions problems
- PATH issues
- Common error messages
- What to try first (practical examples)
- Closing: "You're set up. Here's what to do next..."
Why This Works for Josh
Perfect for his expertise:
- Technical tutorial format
- Multi-platform coverage shows thorough knowledge
- Documenting actual process = his style
- "Here's the gotchas I hit" honesty
- Helps readers avoid his mistakes
- Practical next steps
Keywords Cluster
| Keyword | Vol | KD | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| install claude code | 8,100 | 22 | PRIMARY |
| claude code download | 2,900 | — | Include |
| how to use claude code | 1,900 | 28 | Follow-up |
| claude code vs cursor | 4,400 | — | Related |
Secondary Keywords
- "claude code setup"
- "claude code installation guide"
- "install claude code mac"
- "install claude code linux"
- "install claude code windows"
Key Sections Required
Prerequisites:
- Node.js version requirements
- Terminal basics
- Account needs (if any)
Platform-Specific:
- macOS: Homebrew vs manual
- Linux: package manager variations
- Windows: WSL vs native
Configuration:
- Config file location
- Initial settings
- API setup (if applicable)
Troubleshooting:
- Permission denied errors
- Command not found issues
- PATH configuration
- Common installation failures
First Steps:
- Basic commands to try
- Example workflow
- Where to get help
Content Format
Josh's Style:
- Clear step-by-step instructions
- Code blocks with actual commands
- Screenshots of terminal output
- "I ran into this..." asides
- Platform-specific callouts
- Troubleshooting based on real errors
Differentiation
Most installation guides:
- Generic, copy-paste from docs
- No troubleshooting
- Single platform only
Josh's angle:
- "Here's what actually happened when I installed"
- All platforms covered thoroughly
- Real errors and solutions
- Terminal output examples
- What to do after installation
Strategic Value
Why This Article Matters:
- Second highest volume in Josh's set (8.1k)
- KD 22 = very achievable quick win
- Claude Code trending NOW — capture traffic
- Natural lead-in to "how to use" article
- Establishes Josh as Claude Code expert
Notes
- Claude Code is trending heavily right now
- Official docs may be sparse — Josh fills gap
- Transactional intent = ready-to-install readers
- Multi-platform coverage = comprehensive value
- Josh's "here's the errors I got" = practical help
- Can update as Claude Code evolves
Related Content Chain
This starts a content cluster:
- Install Claude Code ← this article
- How to Use Claude Code (natural next article)
- Claude Code vs Cursor (comparison)
- Best Claude Code workflows (advanced)
Publication Priority
HIGH PRIORITY — Should be Josh's second or third article. High volume (8.1k), achievable KD (22), and Claude Code is trending NOW. Natural pairing with "How to Use Claude Code" article.