What do I need before I can use codus?
You need the Codus desktop app, your Codus GitHub sign-in with access to the app, and an installed coding agent. You can use Claude Code, Codex or another supported provider; Claude is not mandatory for the Brain.
Before you start
Codus has Mac downloads for Apple Silicon and Intel, and a Windows x64 installer. Use the download matching your computer in Codus Cloud. A team seat must be assigned to the GitHub account you actually use.
Your Codus subscription and AI-provider access are separate. Check the chosen provider's current requirements and usage allowance before paying for anything else.
Set up the essentials
- Install Codus and click Sign in with GitHub.
- Install and sign in to Claude Code, Codex or another provider available in the selector.
- Open Brain and select that installed provider.
- Open Installation guide in the bottom-left for setup checks and Not succeeding? Ask the Brain help.
- Choose a project folder, then start → [provider] → boot project.
The current Installation guide includes a Mac preparation section. Homebrew and Apple developer tools are Mac instructions, not Windows requirements. On Windows, use PowerShell and the Windows provider instructions.
What else must I install?
Install the languages and services your project needs, rather than every database and runtime in advance. Booting a project lets the agent inspect its requirements. Web, desktop and video projects need different tools.
Codus Whisper is optional voice input. Native Mac recording and permission features should not be assumed to work identically on Windows because the main app is available there.
How do I know it worked?
Your chosen provider opens signed in, Codus recognises it, and a project boot reports what started and what still needs attention.