How to Use Opus 4.7 and the New Codex
Summary
This episode analyzes Anthropic’s Opus 4.7 and OpenAI’s updated Codex app, highlighting significant upgrades for knowledge workers. Key topics include Codex’s new Mac computer use, long-lived “monothreads,” and a “Chief of Staff” automation pattern. The host also reviews Opus 4.7’s improved design and reasoning capabilities, offering practical tips for delegation and verification.
Topics discussed
Intro: Opus 4.7 and Codex releases overview
New Codex features: Computer use, browser, and artifacts
The Monothread pattern and Chief of Staff workflows
Sponsor segments: KPMG, Blitzy, Granola, Section
Opus 4.7 benchmarks and design capability tests
Opus 4.7 usage tips and new reasoning use cases
UI philosophy: Codex vs Claude Desktop and conclusion
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