10 Claude Code Prompts You Actually Need (Steal These, Seriously)

Okay, real talk.

I've been tinkering with Claude Code for a while now, and I keep finding these battle-tested prompts that just... work. Like, scary-good work.

So instead of gatekeeping them, I'm just gonna drop all 10 here. Copy-paste ready. Markdown formatted. Walang hassle.

Whether you're building apps, fixing bugs, automating the boring shit, or just trying to stop Googling the same thing for the 47th time — these prompts will save you hours.

Let's go. 👇

10. The "Build Me an App From Scratch" Prompt

Perfect for when you have an idea pero hindi ka developer. This prompt forces Claude to slow down, explain things, and actually guide you through the process.

I want you to help me build an app. I'm not a developer, so I need you to guide me through everything step by step in plain language.

Here's what I want to build:
[Describe your app idea in your own words - what it does, who it's for, what problem it solves]

Before you write any code, I need you to:

1. **Clarify** — Ask me questions to make sure you fully understand what I want. Don't assume anything.

2. **Propose a plan** — Explain in simple terms:
   - What you're going to build
   - What technologies you'll use and why (keep it simple)
   - What the finished product will look like
   - Any limitations I should know about

3. **Get my approval** — Wait for me to say "go ahead" before you start building.

When you build:
- Work in small chunks and explain what each part does
- Test as you go and fix any issues
- Tell me when you need me to do something (like install a tool or make a decision)

When you're done:
- Show me how to run the app
- Explain how to use it
- Tell me how to make simple changes myself later if I want to

Talk to me like a helpful friend, not a technical manual.

Why this works: It puts you in control. Claude doesn't just build something and dump it on you — it walks you through the whole thing like a patient kuya.

9. Elite Code Debugging

For when something's broken and you have zero idea why. This prompt turns Claude into your debugging partner who actually explains what went wrong.

I have a project that isn't working and I need your help fixing it. I'm not a developer, so please explain everything in plain language.

Here's my situation:
[Describe what you're trying to run, where you got it from, and what's happening when it breaks]

Here's the error message I'm seeing (if any):
[Paste any error messages here]

Before you start fixing things, I need you to:

1. **Investigate** — Look through my project files and figure out what's going wrong. Don't make changes yet.

2. **Explain the problem** — Tell me in simple terms:
   - What's broken and why
   - What caused it (if you can tell)
   - How confident you are in your diagnosis

3. **Propose a fix** — Explain what you're going to do to fix it and why. If there are multiple options, give me the safest/simplest one first.

4. **Wait for my go-ahead** — Don't change anything until I approve.

When you fix it:
- Make one change at a time
- Test after each change
- Tell me what you did and whether it worked
- If something doesn't work, undo it and try a different approach

Once it's working:
- Explain what was wrong so I can avoid it next time
- Let me know if there are other issues I should be aware of

Be patient with me — I might ask "dumb" questions, and that's okay.

Why this works: No more random fixes na hindi mo maintindihan. You actually learn what broke and why.

8. Automate ANY Annoying Desktop Task

Yung mga repetitive tasks na ginagawa mo araw-araw? Automate mo na. This prompt helps Claude build scripts that do the boring shit for you.

I have a repetitive task I do on my computer and I want you to automate it for me. I'm not a developer, so I need you to handle everything and explain it simply.

Here's the task I want to automate:
[Describe what you do manually — be specific about the steps you take, where your files are, what the end result looks like]

How often I do this:
[Daily / Weekly / Whenever X happens / etc.]

Before you build anything:

1. **Repeat it back to me** — Describe what you think I'm asking for in your own words so I can confirm you've got it right.

2. **Ask clarifying questions** — What else do you need to know? Don't guess on important details like file locations, naming conventions, or edge cases.

3. **Propose your approach** — Tell me in plain language:
   - What you're going to build
   - How it will work
   - What I'll need to do to run it (the simpler the better)
   - Any limitations or things it won't handle

4. **Wait for my approval** — Don't start building until I say go.

When you build it:
- Keep it as simple as possible
- Add comments explaining what each part does (in case I want to tweak it later)
- Test it with a small example first before running it on everything

When you're done, give me:
- Clear instructions on how to run it
- How to customize it if my needs change slightly
- What to check if something goes wrong

Assume I've never run a script before. Walk me through it like I'm brand new to this.

Why this works: Automation na hindi ka matatakot i-run. Simple, tested, documented.

7. Prompt Builder (Claude Code Specific)

Meta as hell, pero this is genius. This prompt helps you build better prompts for Claude Code. Interview-style, so you don't miss important details.

I want you to help me create a reusable prompt for Claude Code. I'm not sure how to write prompts that get good results, so I need you to interview me and build one for me.

Here's roughly what I want to use Claude Code for:
[Describe the type of task in your own words — doesn't need to be detailed yet]

Before you write the prompt:

1. **Interview me** — Ask me questions one or two at a time to understand:
   - What I'm actually trying to accomplish
   - My skill level (total beginner, some experience, etc.)
   - How I want Claude Code to communicate with me
   - Any specific requirements or preferences I have
   - How reusable I need this prompt to be (one-time vs. something I'll use often)

2. **Identify the type of task** — Tell me what category this falls into (building something, fixing something, automating something, learning, etc.) and whether there are proven approaches for this kind of prompt.

3. **Draft the prompt** — Write a first version and explain why you structured it the way you did.

4. **Get my feedback** — Ask me what I'd change, what's missing, or what feels off. Revise until I'm happy.

The final prompt should:
- Be copy-paste ready
- Have clear placeholders [like this] for the parts I'll fill in each time
- Include instructions that get Claude Code to work the way I prefer
- Be written in plain language I can easily understand and tweak later

Don't rush this. A good prompt saves me hours later.

Why this works: You're not guessing what makes a good prompt. Claude literally interviews you and builds one custom for your workflow.

6. Add ANY Feature to My Project

For when you have something working pero you want to add more. This keeps Claude from breaking what already works while building the new thing.

I have a working project and I want to add a new feature to it. I'm not a developer, so I need you to handle the code and explain things in plain language.

Here's what my project currently does:
[Describe your project briefly — what it is, what it does now]

Here's the feature I want to add:
[Describe what you want the new feature to do — be as specific as you can]

Before you touch anything:

1. **Explore my project** — Look through my files and understand how things are currently built. Don't make any changes yet.

2. **Confirm you understand** — Tell me in simple terms:
   - How my project is currently structured
   - Where the new feature would fit in
   - What files you'll need to modify or create

3. **Flag any concerns** — Let me know if:
   - The feature might break something that already works
   - My project needs cleanup before adding this
   - The feature is more complex than I might realize
   - There's a simpler version we could start with

4. **Propose your plan** — Walk me through:
   - What you're going to build
   - The steps you'll take (in order)
   - What it will look like when it's done

5. **Wait for my approval** — Don't start until I say go.

When you build:
- Make small changes and test after each one
- If something breaks, stop and tell me before continuing
- Explain what you're doing as you go

When you're done:
- Show me how to use the new feature
- Point out anything I should know about maintaining it
- Let me know if there are related improvements we could make next

Treat my existing project with care — I don't want to break what's already working.

Why this works: Controlled, careful feature additions. Hindi yung biglang sira lahat kasi nag-add ka lang ng simple button.

5. Hosting Prompt

Convert a local project into something publicly accessible. No more "it works on my machine" excuses.

I have a project that works on my computer and I want to put it online so other people can use it. I'm not a developer, so I need you to handle the technical parts and walk me through anything I need to do.

Here's what my project is:
[Describe your project — what it does, what type it is if you know (website, web app, API, tool, etc.)]

What I want:
[A public link anyone can access / A private link I can share with specific people / Something else]

Before you do anything:

1. **Check my project** — Look through my files and make sure it's ready to be deployed. Tell me if anything needs to be fixed or changed first.

2. **Recommend a hosting option** — Explain in plain language:
   - Where you think I should deploy this and why
   - Whether it's free or paid (and roughly how much)
   - Any tradeoffs I should know about
   - What I'll need to sign up for (accounts, services, etc.)

3. **Outline the steps** — Walk me through what's going to happen before you start. I want to understand the process, not just watch it happen.

4. **Wait for my go-ahead** — Don't start deploying until I approve the plan.

When you deploy:
- Tell me when you need me to do something (create an account, click a link, verify something)
- Explain any credentials or keys I need to save
- Test that it actually works before saying we're done

When it's live, give me:
- The link to access my project
- How to check if it's still running
- How to update it when I make changes
- How to take it down if I need to
- Any costs I should expect or watch out for

Assume I've never deployed anything before. No step is too obvious to explain.

Why this works: From localhost to live link, explained in Taglish-friendly steps.

4. Security Audit

Check your project for security issues before something bad happens. Prevention is cheaper than cleanup, pre.

I want you to check my project for security problems. I'm not a developer, so I need you to find the issues and explain them in plain language I can understand.

Here's what my project does:
[Describe your project — what it is, what it does, whether it handles user data, payments, logins, etc.]

Where my project runs:
[On my computer only / Online where others can access it / Both / I'm not sure]

Before you start:

1. **Explore my project** — Look through all my files to understand how everything works. Don't change anything yet.

2. **Ask me about context** — Find out what you need to know:
   - What sensitive data does this handle (if any)?
   - Who has access to this?
   - Is this just for me or will others use it?
   - Am I storing any passwords, keys, or personal information?

Then audit for these issues:

1. **Exposed secrets** — API keys, passwords, tokens, or credentials that shouldn't be visible
2. **Data vulnerabilities** — Ways that user data could be leaked, stolen, or accessed by the wrong people
3. **Input attacks** — Places where bad input could break things or let someone in (SQL injection, XSS, etc.)
4. **Authentication weaknesses** — Problems with how logins, sessions, or permissions work
5. **Dependency risks** — Outdated or insecure packages that could be exploited
6. **Configuration mistakes** — Settings that leave doors open unnecessarily

Give me your findings like this:

1. **Executive summary** — Overall security health in 2-3 sentences. How worried should I be?
2. **Critical issues** — Things that need to be fixed immediately
3. **Medium-priority issues** — Things I should fix soon
4. **Nice-to-haves** — Best practices I'm not following but aren't urgent
5. **What to fix first** — Prioritized action plan

For each issue:
- Explain what's wrong in simple terms
- Why it's dangerous
- Exactly how to fix it
- How to verify it's actually fixed

Assume I know nothing about security. Explain everything.

Why this works: Peace of mind. You'll know exactly what's vulnerable and how to fix it.

3. The "Make This Work Offline" Prompt

Turn online-only apps into offline-capable ones. Perfect for tools you use on the go.

I have a web app or tool that only works when I'm connected to the internet. I want you to modify it so it works offline too. I'm not a developer, so explain everything in plain language.

Here's what my project does:
[Describe your app — what it is, what it does, what features it has]

How I use it:
[On my phone / In a browser / On my desktop / etc.]

What I need to work offline:
[Everything / Just certain features / Specific parts like: viewing data, adding entries, basic functions, etc.]

Before you start:

1. **Explore my project** — Look through my files and understand how it currently works, especially what relies on being online.

2. **Tell me what's possible** — Explain in simple terms:
   - What can realistically work offline
   - What will always need internet (and why)
   - How data will be handled when I'm offline vs. online

3. **Explain the approach** — Tell me:
   - How the offline version will store data locally
   - What happens when I go back online (does it sync automatically, do I need to do something, could there be conflicts?)
   - Any limitations I should expect

4. **Flag potential issues** — Let me know if:
   - Some features might behave differently offline
   - There's a risk of losing data or creating duplicates
   - The offline version will be more limited than I might expect

5. **Wait for my approval** — Don't change anything until I understand and agree to the plan.

When you build it:
- Make changes in small steps and test each one
- Show me how to test that offline mode actually works
- Explain what you're doing as you go

When you're done, give me:
- How to use the app when I'm offline
- How syncing works when I reconnect
- What to do if something goes wrong (conflicts, failed syncs, etc.)
- Any new limitations I need to know about

Make sure I don't lose any data in the process. That's my biggest concern.

Why this works: Offline mode na hindi ka matatakot gamitin. Clear rules on syncing, no data loss.

2. Habit Tracker App

Build a personal habit tracker that you'll actually use. Simple, focused, effective.

I want you to build me a personal habit tracker. I'm not a developer, so handle all the technical stuff and explain things in plain language.

Here are the habits I want to track:
[List your habits — e.g., drink water, exercise, read, meditate, take medication, etc.]

How I want to track them:
[Daily / Some daily, some weekly / Certain days only / etc.]

Where I'll use this:
[On my phone / On my computer / Both / etc.]

Features I care about:

Must have:
- [ ] Simple way to mark habits complete
- [ ] See my current streaks
- [ ] View my history

Nice to have (check any that matter to you):
- [ ] Reminders or notifications
- [ ] Weekly or monthly summary
- [ ] Visual progress (charts, graphs, calendars)
- [ ] Different habits for different days
- [ ] Notes or mood tracking alongside habits
- [ ] Export my data
- [ ] Multiple habit categories
- [ ] Dark mode
- [ ] Other: [describe]

Before you build:

1. **Confirm what I need** — Repeat back what you're going to build so I know we're on the same page. Ask me questions if anything is unclear.

2. **Propose how it will work** — Tell me in simple terms:
   - What it will look like
   - How I'll use it day to day
   - Where my data will be stored
   - Whether I can access it from multiple devices

3. **Keep it simple** — Start with the essentials. We can add more features later. I'd rather have something clean that works than something complicated I won't use.

4. **Wait for my approval** — Don't start building until I say the plan sounds right.

When you build:
- Show me progress as you go
- Let me give feedback early so we don't have to redo things
- Test it before calling it done

When it's finished, give me:
- How to use it (the basics)
- How to add or change habits later
- How my data is saved (and how to back it up)
- Ideas for features we could add next if I want

Make it something I'll actually want to open every day.

Why this works: Personal, simple, built for how you actually track habits. Hindi yung generic app na sobrang daming features na hindi mo naman ginagamit.

1. Turn My Idea Into a Real Product

The big one. From idea to actual launched product. This prompt treats Claude like your technical co-founder.

I have an idea for a product and I want you to help me build it for real. Not a mockup. Not a prototype. A working product I can actually use, share, or even launch.

I'm not a developer. I need you to be my technical co-founder—handle all the building, but keep me in the loop and in control.

Here's my idea:
[Describe your product idea — what it does, who it's for, what problem it solves. Don't worry about being technical, just explain it like you'd tell a friend.]

Here's how serious I am:
[Just exploring / I want to actually use this myself / I want to share it with others / I want to launch it publicly]

Phase 1: Discovery
- Ask me questions to deeply understand what I actually need (not just what I said)
- Challenge my assumptions if something doesn't make sense
- Help me separate "must have now" from "add later"
- Tell me if my idea is too big and suggest a smarter starting point

Phase 2: Planning
- Propose exactly what we'll build in version 1
- Explain the technical approach in plain language (what tools, why, any tradeoffs)
- Estimate how complex this is (simple, medium, ambitious)
- Identify anything I'll need (accounts, services, decisions from me)
- Show me a rough outline of what the finished product will look like

Phase 3: Building
- Build in stages I can see and react to
- Explain what you're doing as you go (I want to learn, not just receive)
- Test everything before moving on
- Stop and check in with me at key decision points
- If you hit a problem, tell me the options instead of just picking one

Phase 4: Polish
- Make it look professional, not like a hackathon project
- Handle edge cases and errors gracefully
- Make sure it's fast and works on different devices if relevant
- Add any small details that make it feel "finished"

Phase 5: Handoff
- Deploy it if I want it online
- Give me clear instructions for how to use it, maintain it, and make simple changes
- Document everything so I'm not dependent on remembering this conversation
- Tell me what I could add or improve in a version 2

How to work with me:
- Treat me as the product owner. I make the decisions, you make them happen.
- Don't overwhelm me with technical jargon. Translate everything.
- Push back if I'm overcomplicating things or going down a bad path.
- Be honest about limitations. I'd rather adjust my expectations than be disappointed.
- Move fast, but not so fast that I can't follow what's happening.

I don't just want something that works. I want something I'm proud to show people.

Let's build.

Why this works: Full lifecycle. Idea to shipped product. Structured, collaborative, realistic.

Closing Notes (Para Sa'yo, Tropa)

So there you have it — 10 prompts na tested ko na, ginagamit ko na, nakatulong na sa akin.

Pro tip: Save these to a Notion database or Claude Project for easy access. You can even ask Claude Code to organize them for you automatically. Meta ulit, pero it works.

These aren't magic bullets. They won't turn you into a 10x developer overnight. Pero what they will do is give you structure, control, and clarity when you're building stuff with AI.

And honestly? That's already a superpower.

Steal these. Use them. Tweak them. Break them. Make them yours.

And if you build something cool using any of these, tag me or drop a comment. I'd love to see what you make.

Till the next build,
G

P.S. — If you found this helpful, share it with someone who's trying to figure out Claude Code. Walang gatekeeping dito. Let's all level up together.