Fifth generation AI models understand time. I discovered this morning, working in Claude Code with Sonnet 5, that it can have an awareness of time and work to a time budget. Previous generations of models lacked this awareness; it seems like models that are aligned strongly for agentic AI can do this. Here’s how it…
“Ask me up to 20 clarifying questions until you have enough information to succeed at the task.” I have been advising folks for years to tell AI to ask it questions, but I’ve noticed something in the most recent generation of models – any model that’s tuned for agentic AI specifically really needs a kick…
A reminder that there is a 3rd way between “vendor lock-in” and “YOLO vibe code an alternative”. That way is called FOSS: Free, Open Source Software. Free, Open Source Software that bears either an Apache, BSD, or MIT license can be used for commercial purposes without restriction. AGPL and GPL licensed software can be used…
Use the right model for the right task to save token budget. Planning? Use the biggest, smartest models. Execution? Use a midrange model that can follow directions well. Reading and summarization? Use a light, fast, dumb model that does well when it’s given all the data. If you leave your favorite AI tool set on…
If it’s a good idea, it’ll work back to your ecosystem. The AI hype train loves to shout that this or that is about to change everything, and that if you’re not using XYZ thing, you’re forever left behind, a Neanderthal amidst modern man, a third class passenger on the Titanic in steerage. The thing…
The appliances keep getting better. So why isn’t our food? This is the situation a lot of folks are experiencing right now with AI. OpenAI released a new version of Codex today that tries to be Claude Cowork. OpenCode has a slick new UI. Claude Code has new dynamic workflows, in the style of Paperclip…
Summary In today's episode, I explain how to automate tedious weekly agency workflows using agentic AI. Here's what this means for you. You can reclaim your time by delegating repetitive manual tasks to intelligent AI agents. You'll also learn these concepts: how screen recordings help you create standard operating procedures, how to feed documentation into…
Summary In today's episode, I explain how to build a system that automates the transformation of Google Search Console zero-click queries into high-quality AI articles. Here's what this means for you. You can turn untapped search impressions into a scalable source of relevant and brand-consistent content. You'll also learn these concepts: how Python automates the…
Yesterday, Anthropic announced new limits on Claude’s plans. Between the hours of 8 AM and 2 PM Eastern / 5 AM – 11 AM Pacific / 12 PM – 6 PM GMT, Claude will hit its session limits faster. They don’t say how much faster, but a back of the envelope estimate I did this…
