01.01 Codex: Version Selection, Installation, and Working Directories

Clarify the distinctions between the desktop application, the command-line interface (CLI), and the code editor, and explain where Codex reads and writes files.

01 · Introduction

Clarify the distinctions between the desktop application, the command-line interface (CLI), and the code editor, and explain where Codex reads and writes files.
Designed for: Users new to Codex, or those who are unsure about the differences between the desktop app, CLI, IDE, and cloud-based environments.

Teaching Example: "Northstar Studio" is a fictional business serving independent coffee shops in the UK. Details such as the 35×40cm cotton bags, a Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) of 100, and a 7–10 business day turnaround for samples are purely illustrative; pricing, shipping costs, certifications, and full lead times are unknown. This example does not represent actual business results.

02 · Required Resources

• A personal ChatGPT login, or an account configured according to official support guidelines. • Operating system and the specific version of the client software.
…

Membership unlocks the full article. Sign in