What is claude-runner?

claude-runner is a 5-line TypeScript wrapper for Anthropic's Claude Agent SDK, handling sandboxes, MCP tools, streaming, and CLI with minimal boilerplate.

How do I install claude-runner?

`npm install claude-runner`, ensure Claude Code CLI is installed and authenticated, then `const runner = new Runner();`.

Does claude-runner support session resuming?

Yes, use `runner.resume(sessionId, 'Follow-up prompt')` to pick up full context across turns.

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Claude-Runner Slashes Agent Boilerplate to 5 Lines — And It's About Damn Time

You're staring at Anthropic's Claude Agent SDK. Twenty message types. Nested configs. Then claude-runner hits: five lines, full autonomy. Boilerplate? Obliterated.

theAIcatchup Apr 10, 2026 4 min read

Code snippet of claude-runner initializing a Claude agent in 5 lines

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Boils Claude Agent SDK down to 5 lines from 300+ boilerplate 𝕏
Flat 7 events, easy sandboxes (Docker/E2B), MCP shorthands 𝕏
CLI-ready, session resume, typed results with costs — lean and tested 𝕏

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