Building With Claude Code

The Daily AI Show episode for October 2 features Karl, Beth, and Andy discussing how to use Claude Code for business purposes within an IDE or terminal. Karl explains that Claude Code can be used for more than just coding, demonstrating how to install it via Cursor or Visual Code Studio and use it for everyday productivity. He recommends installing it in the terminal for greater file manipulation capabilities, emphasizing the importance of a testing environment for security. The discussion covers using MCP (Model Component Packages) to connect to various tools like Google Analytics, Salesforce, and others, either through Zapier or directly via third-party servers, while also addressing the security risks associated with third-party MCPs. Karl further explains how to create agents within Claude Code to automate tasks like invoice consolidation and email management, highlighting the potential for an "army of agents" to enhance productivity.