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Claude Code Not Doing What You Need? Let's Fix That.

One hour. One engineer who lives in this ecosystem. We work through whatever is blocking you — hooks setup, MCP server configuration, multi-agent workflows, token savings with Caveman, persistent memory with MemPalace or the Karpathy wiki pattern, custom CLAUDE.md, or a specific workflow that hasn't clicked yet.

Taught by engineers with years of hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and AI tooling — not developers who discovered Claude Code last month.

Sound Familiar?

The Docs Show You What's Possible. Not How to Get There.

Claude Code's documentation explains every feature. It doesn't help when your hooks aren't firing, your MCP server won't connect, or a custom skill you installed broke something else. You've read the guides and you're still in the same place you started.

The Ecosystem Moves Faster Than You Can Follow

Caveman, MemPalace, oh-my-claudecode, new MCP servers and plugins every week — the gap between basic usage and a genuinely powerful setup is real and it's growing. Most developers don't know what's worth installing and what will cause problems. We test this constantly so you don't have to.

Advanced Features That Should Take Hours Are Taking Days

Hooks, multi-agent orchestration, cross-session memory, CI/CD pipelines — these are where the real leverage is. But every advanced setup hides another setup. You shouldn't be spending sprints debugging config. That time should be building.

What We Actually Do in a Session

Concrete, hands-on work on your specific setup — not a walkthrough of features you could have read in the docs.

Hooks, Skills & Custom Commands

We set up hooks that fire automatically on tool use, write CLAUDE.md workspace files that encode your codebase context, and build custom slash commands you can reuse. You leave with a working environment — not a list of things to try later.

MCP Server Configuration

GitHub, Jira, Slack, your own APIs — we connect the MCP servers that matter for your workflow and verify they actually work. We also work across the wider plugin ecosystem — Caveman for token savings and cleaner prompting, plus dozens of other community plugins we've tested in real projects. You leave knowing which are worth installing and which will cost you time.

Memory Systems That Actually Work

MemPalace for structured agent memory with 96.6% recall. The Karpathy wiki pattern for a persistent markdown knowledge base that pairs with Obsidian. MCP memory servers for cross-session recall. We help you pick the right layer and get it configured correctly.

Multi-Agent, Schedules & CI/CD Pipelines

Architect multi-agent workflows, set up scheduled tasks, run Claude Code instances headlessly in pipelines, and automate the work that's eating your time. We design it around your stack, not a generic template.

Search Engines for AI Agents

Your agent is only as good as what it can look up. We wire in real-time web search and research capabilities so Claude Code can pull current docs, monitor Reddit and Hacker News, verify claims, and do deep research — without hallucinating. We pick the right provider for your budget and use case.

A Clear Path Forward

By the end of the session you know exactly which plugins are worth your time, what to build next, and how to keep compounding on what we set up. No more guessing what the ecosystem actually offers.

Plugins & Skills We Work With

The Claude Code ecosystem moves fast. We stay current with what's production-ready — so you don't waste a session on tools that aren't worth it.

Caveman
Token Savings

Strips verbose formatting from Claude's internal communication. Cuts token usage by 30–40% on long sessions and nudges you toward tighter, more effective prompts as a side effect.

MemPalace
Persistent Memory

Gives Claude structured memory that persists across sessions. 96.6% recall rate with only 170 tokens at startup — your agent remembers your project context without burning your budget.

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Orchestration

Multi-agent orchestration layer. Adds autopilot, ultrawork, and team modes — letting multiple Claude Code instances collaborate on a task in parallel without manual coordination.

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Skills Library

Curated Claude Code skills for common engineering tasks — test generation, refactoring patterns, codebase analysis. Drop-in extensions that make Claude measurably more productive on real work.

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Config Template

Opinionated CLAUDE.md and hooks setup from Garry Tan. A battle-tested starting point for teams that want a proven baseline instead of assembling everything from scratch.

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Hooks Patterns

Comprehensive hooks reference with working examples for auto-formatting, command blocking, notification injection, and session context. The clearest real-world hook patterns available.

McPick
MCP Manager

Toggle MCP servers and plugin configurations on/off without editing JSON by hand. Solves the "where does the config live" problem and keeps multiple setups organized.

MCP GitHub Server
MCP Integration

Connect Claude Code directly to GitHub via MCP. Create PRs, review diffs, manage issues, and trigger workflows from your terminal — without switching context.

Search Engines for AI
Web Research

Real-time web search integration so your agent can pull current docs, monitor Reddit and Hacker News, and verify claims before answering. We match the right provider to your budget and privacy requirements — not a one-size-fits-all default.

Karpathy Wiki Pattern
Knowledge Base

Plain markdown files that Claude maintains as a growing project knowledge base. No vector database. Pairs naturally with Obsidian so you can browse and edit your agent's memory like a personal wiki.

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Curated List

Community-maintained list of the best skills, hooks, slash commands, and plugins. A fast way to see what is worth trying before you burn a weekend wiring up tools that do not deliver.

Not sure which plugins are right for your setup? We help you decide in the session.

Why Cortension Coaching

Self-learning gets you started. Expert coaching gets you results.

Self-Learning Cortension Coaching
Time to productivity
Weeks to months
Same day
Knowledge retention
Ad-hoc, inconsistent
Structured, documented
Custom configuration
Trial and error
Expert-built templates
Team alignment
Uneven adoption
Shared playbook
ROI timeline
3-6 months
Week one
Support level
Community forums
30-day async follow-up

How It Works

From booking to shipping faster — three straightforward steps, fully remote.

1

Book Your Session

Schedule a 60 minute session via Calendly. Complete a short pre-session questionnaire about your current Claude Code usage and the specific outcomes you want to achieve. No preparation required beyond that.

2

We Prepare for Your Exact Situation

Based on your questionnaire, we design a session agenda focused on your exact bottlenecks — not a generic walkthrough. We review your setup, identify the highest-leverage things to cover, and prepare working examples relevant to your stack.

3

Leave With a Setup That Actually Works

The live session is hands-on and immediately actionable. You leave with working workflows, configured tools, documented CLAUDE.md templates, and a clear action plan for what to build next.

One Session. Real Progress.

Flat rate, no surprises.

Not happy with the session? Contact us within 48 hours and we will schedule a complimentary follow-up to address whatever was missing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What developers ask before booking their first Claude Code session.

What exactly is Claude Code?

Claude Code is Anthropic's official agentic CLI that runs directly in your terminal. Unlike chat interfaces, it has full access to your filesystem, can read and edit files, execute shell commands, run tests, and operate as an autonomous agent on multi-step engineering tasks. It is the most capable AI coding tool available today, but most of its power is locked behind configuration that takes real time to figure out.

How is this different from watching tutorials or taking a course?

Courses and tutorials are built around generic examples. This session is built around your codebase, your stack, and your specific bottlenecks. We work in your actual environment, configure tools for your workflow, and leave you with working artifacts — not theoretical knowledge. A single 60-minute session consistently produces more actionable progress than months of self-directed learning.

Who is this coaching designed for?

Any developer who uses Claude Code and wants to get more out of it. You might be stuck on a specific feature, running a suboptimal setup without knowing it, or just starting out and want to skip the trial-and-error phase. What matters is that you want to move faster and are ready to act on what you learn.

What specific topics can we cover in a session?

Each session is tailored to you. Common focus areas include: custom CLAUDE.md configuration and slash commands, hooks setup for automated workflows, MCP server integration, multi-agent pipeline design, headless CI/CD integration, and persistent memory with MemPalace or the Karpathy wiki pattern. We cover what matters most for you in the time available.

How long is a session and what does the format look like?

Sessions run 60 minutes and are held via video call with screen sharing. The format is hands-on and interactive — not a lecture. We work through real techniques using your actual codebase context where possible, so every insight is immediately applicable. You will receive a recording, written notes, and a follow-up action plan after the session.

Do you offer discounts for multiple sessions?

Yes. Booking three or more sessions gets you a volume discount. If you want to go deep on Claude Code over several sessions, get in touch and we can put together a structured plan.

What are the prerequisites for the session?

You should have Claude Code installed and have made at least a few attempts to use it. An active Anthropic Pro or Max subscription is required. No advanced AI knowledge needed — just curiosity and a specific problem or goal you want to make progress on.

Stop Leaving Claude Code's Power on the Table.

One session and your setup is working — hooks, MCP servers, skills, all of it. Book now and walk away with workflows you can ship with immediately.

Keep Up. Without the Noise.

New tools, skills, and breaking changes drop faster than anyone can keep up with. We cut through it and send you what actually matters — when it matters. No hype, no fluff.

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