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Build a simple GPT for a repeating task
Part 1 of the Custom GPTs tutorial. Build one simple GPT for a repeating job: clear instructions, no actions yet, non-secret knowledge only, and a Preview test set before you share.
Working on folders, docs, and spreadsheets
Part 3 of Claude Cowork tutorial. Work folders, docs, and sheets with a clear recipe: goal, inputs, constraints, format, and done check.…
What is this chart for?
A chart is a job, not decoration. Learn explore versus explain versus persuade so the next deck chart answers a real decision…
Git-friendly habits for beginners
Part 5 closes the ChatGPT Codex tutorial with beginner git habits: branch per task, small commits, clear messages, PR review, and never…
Setup and first real file task
Part 2 of the Claude Cowork tutorial walks paid-plan setup, a dedicated working folder, and one real file task you can finish…



