Claude Code + Linear
Claude Code runs the task; the Linear connector supplies only the operations and resources allowed by the account you authorize. The Composer selects Claude Code, asks for Linear access before sending, and keeps both choices in one task draft.
How the combination works
Claude Code plans and executes. Linear supplies authorized app access.
Claude Code runs the coding loop, reads and edits repository files, invokes tools, and reports the result from its cloud workspace.
Linear helps streamline software projects, sprints, tasks, and bug tracking. It's built for high-performance teams.
Claude Code
Owns the task loop, model calls, cloud computer, tool choices, progress and final result.
Linear connector
Supplies the currently exposed operations for the authorized Linear account. It does not promise every feature in the Linear product.
Permission boundary
The connected identity, granted provider scopes, organization policy, resource sharing and the task's explicit instruction all constrain what Claude Code can do.
Setup and first task
Connect one Linear account and verify one known resource.
The Composer preselects Claude Code with Claude Opus 5. Start read-only when possible, then expand to write operations only after the account and resource boundary are clear.
Open the Claude Code Composer
The Composer above carries Claude Code, Claude Opus 5, and Linear. Add a precise target and expected result; the draft stays on this page during sign-in or connector authorization.
Authorize the intended Linear account
Review the Linear workspace, authorized identity and requested scopes. Distinguish read access from permission to create or modify issues.
Run and verify a bounded task
Ask the agent to inspect a specific issue and summarize its acceptance criteria and unresolved dependencies without changing its status. Compare the returned issue identifier, status and details with Linear. For an authorized update, inspect the actual issue after the operation.
Access, cost and limits
What to verify before scaling Claude Code + Linear
Repository work where Claude Code's coding workflow and supported Claude models fit the team's existing review process.
Establish with the first run
- Claude Code and Claude Opus 5 remain selected after sign-in.
- Linear shows the intended connected account before the task is sent.
- The returned data matches one known source resource, with write actions excluded until separately authorized.
Still depends on your setup
- A catalog listing does not guarantee every Linear website feature is available as an agent operation.
- OAuth scopes do not replace organization policy, resource sharing or a precise task instruction.
- Total task cost can include model tokens, active computer time, paid tools, connectors and the provider's own plan or quota.
Verification and recovery
Check Linear itself before trusting the result.
Compare the returned issue identifier, status and details with Linear. For an authorized update, inspect the actual issue after the operation.
Connection troubleshooting
Check the workspace and team access of the connected identity. Confirm the requested operation is exposed before assuming an OAuth connection allows it.
Writes need explicit scope
Name the target record and exact allowed change. A request to summarize, analyze or draft does not authorize sending, publishing or deleting.
Re-check current state
For decisions or follow-up writes, open the resource in Linear and check its current state. A successful earlier read may already be stale.
Common questions
Related resources
Claude Code
Review Claude Code's supported models, capabilities and browser Composer.
Linear connector
Review the application-specific authorization and first-task guide.
Claude Code + Claude Opus 5
Review the current default agent and model combination.
Pricing
Review model, active-computer, tool and connector charges.