

Claude 4.5 Sonnet: Coding Has NEVER Been This Easy
Oct 3, 2025
Explore the exciting new Claude 4.5 Sonnet model and its user-friendly interface. The hosts build a fun browser-based face filter app and a playful donut visualizer inspired by Lex Fridman's video. Learn about the benefits of using Claude 4.5 over Codex for quick UI changes and iterations. They delve into concepts like context awareness, debugging with Claude's help, and using conversation controls. Plus, discover how to create custom filters on demand and the playful side of coding.
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Use Claude Code In Your Editor
- Install the Claude Code extension in Cursor or VS Code to get an IDE-like coding agent experience.
- Use your Claude account login for more built-in credits instead of an API key when experimenting locally.
Recreating Snapchat Filters In Browser
- Muhammad described recreating Snapchat-style face filters in the browser using TensorFlow.js and FaceMesh.
- They planned a client-side webcam app that runs locally on port 3000 with no backend.
4.5 Balances Power And Cost
- Claude 4.5 Sonnet sits between older models: nearly as capable as Opus but far cheaper.
- That price/quality position makes it a practical choice for many developers.