Context Management in Claude Code

ℹ️ EPISODE INFO

Released

May 18, 2026

Duration

3m

Channel

Claude

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📝 EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Context is Claude's working memory, and managing it well is key to productive sessions. Learn when to use /compact vs /clear and practical tips for keeping your context window lean. Take the full course: claude.com/courses

🧾 EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Claude, Context Management in Claude Code explores optimize Claude Code memory using compaction, clearing, tools, subagents Claude’s context window is finite and fills up with prompts, file reads, tool calls, and tool results, so active optimization is necessary.

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