Lex Fridman Podcast of AI Claude AI Can Now Control Your Computer for Tasks
Feb 11, 2025
Discover the groundbreaking ability of Claude AI to control your computer and perform tasks autonomously. Witness demos that highlight its efficiency in taking screenshots and coding personal websites, often with a humorous twist. Explore the future of work, where humans become architects of AI, guiding and managing these powerful systems to unleash new creative opportunities. This conversation sheds light on the fascinating intersection of AI capabilities and human ingenuity.
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Claude Automates Vendor Request
- Anthropic researchers showcased Claude AI controlling a computer to fill out a vendor request form.
- Claude accessed spreadsheets, a CRM, and Google Chrome, automating the entire process.
Claude Builds a Website
- Alex Albert prompted Claude to create a 90s-themed personal website using code.
- Claude navigated to Claude.ai, generated HTML, and even fixed website errors on prompt.
Trip Planning with Claude
- Claude helped plan a Golden Gate Bridge trip at sunrise by searching Google and adding it to the user's calendar.
- This shows Claude's ability to manage simple tasks by interfacing with apps and the internet.