Links: https://docs.anthropic.com/en/docs/build-with-claude/computer-use
In this video, we explore Anthropic’s groundbreaking new capability for automating computer operations through their API. This feature enables running local scripts in TypeScript or Python to control your computer, taking screenshots, moving the mouse, and interacting with applications just like a human user. We delve into the experimental ‘computer use’ capability, comparing it to other open-source projects and highlighting its potential for innovative desktop applications. Additionally, we discuss the upgraded Claude 3.5 Sonnet and new Claude 3.5 Haiku models, emphasizing their enhanced performance on coding benchmarks. This release opens up exciting new use cases and ways to think about interacting with computers and the internet.
00:00 Introduction to Anthropic’s New Automation Tool
00:10 Capabilities and Features of the New API
00:42 Innovative Integration and Potential Use Cases
01:49 Detailed Breakdown of the Blog Announcement
02:39 Performance Improvements and Model Comparisons
03:43 Practical Applications and Future Prospects
05:32 Setting Up and Using the New Tool
06:37 Conclusion and Call to Action
