Keep a Mac awake while Claude Code runs
A long local Claude Code task can stop when macOS sleeps or the terminal loses power. Keep the host awake for the duration of the job and retain a way to see its progress.
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Start with the native workflow, then compare reviewed tools with linked compatibility evidence.
A long local Claude Code task can stop when macOS sleeps or the terminal loses power. Keep the host awake for the duration of the job and retain a way to see its progress.
Claude Code usage is hard to budget when work spans projects, sessions and models. Start with the built-in view, then inspect local history if you need trends.
Several ongoing tasks make it easy to lose track of which terminal is working, waiting or finished.
Choosing between coding agents depends on where you work, how sessions are managed and which surrounding tools support each CLI.
A local agent can continue working while you leave the desk, but a phone needs a secure way to observe or control it.
An MCP server can register but fail to expose tools, connect, or return the expected result.
Hook events are useful for repeatable checks, notifications and guardrails, but event names and payloads must match Claude Code’s current hook contract.
A single expensive model for every request can increase spend; switching providers also adds configuration and reliability tradeoffs.
Reusable instructions and distributable bundles solve related but different setup needs.
After closing a terminal or clearing context, you may need the earlier conversation and its decisions.
Code changes often need a real browser check for navigation, rendering or page behavior.
A prompt asking for tests first may be skipped when the agent moves quickly into implementation.
Large logs, long conversations and repeated tool output can consume context before the task is finished.
Parallel agents can edit the same files and create conflicts while their status becomes hard to follow.
An MCP server may access files, credentials or external services, and its tool descriptions can influence an agent’s behavior.