Another Crazy Day in AI: Smarter Dev Workflows with Claude
- Wowza Team
- Apr 24
- 3 min read
Hello, AI Enthusiasts.
Claude Code is Anthropic’s answer to AI for developers—low-key, low-level, and designed to slot into the workflow you already have. Their new guide walks you through how to get the most out of it without starting from scratch.
And AI search that lives in your pocket? Motorola is baking Perplexity’s assistant right into your phone. No need for yet another app.
Meanwhile, Adobe just made Express way more expressive—tools like Clip Maker and Dynamic Animation make pro-looking content almost too easy.
That’s enough innovation for one evening. Let your inbox nap—we’ll be back with more soon.
Here's another crazy day in AI:
Best practices for agentic devs
Perplexity moves into smartphones with Moto AI deal
New AI-powered video capabilities debut in Adobe Express
Some AI tools to try out
TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: A Developer’s Guide to Claude Code
Image Credit: Wowza (created with Ideogram)
Is Claude Code the missing piece in your development workflow?
Anthropic recently released a guide that explores best practices for using Claude Code, their new command line tool designed to assist developers in coding workflows. This guide highlights how developers can optimize their work with Claude Code across different codebases, languages, and environments. The tool is built with a focus on flexibility, offering a low-level, unopinionated approach that allows it to integrate easily into existing coding processes.
Here are some best practices to consider when using Claude Code:
Seamlessly integrates into your existing coding environment, providing AI-driven insights without disrupting your current processes.
Supports various coding languages, making it a versatile tool for developers working across different projects.
Encourages an autonomous workflow by providing guidance without enforcing a rigid structure, allowing you to maintain full control.
Ideal for developers looking for a flexible AI tool that adapts to their needs rather than dictating how they should work.
Claude Code's unique appeal lies in its low-level design that doesn’t impose rigid structures or workflows. Rather than being a one-size-fits-all solution, it aims to adapt to existing practices and tools, offering support where needed while leaving plenty of room for developer choice. This approach raises interesting questions about how tools should fit into the developer’s natural workflow without overwhelming or constraining them.
As AI continues to become more embedded in development, the potential of tools like Claude Code lies in their ability to complement existing practices rather than disrupt them. With its focus on autonomy and seamless integration, it could serve as a valuable tool for developers who prefer a more tailored, hands-off approach. The key challenge, however, remains in how well it aligns with the needs of diverse coding environments and whether its flexibility can truly benefit a wide range of workflows. As always, the real value will come from real-world adoption and use.
Read the full article here.
OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:
Perplexity Moves Into Smartphones with Moto AI Deal
/Hayden Field on CNBC
Perplexity AI is teaming up with Motorola to embed its AI-powered search engine directly into smartphones, marking its first major hardware integration. As part of Motorola’s new “Moto AI” features, the Perplexity assistant will offer on-device answers and deep research capabilities — no separate app required. Unlike recent AI gadget experiments, this partnership focuses on seamless user access and habits by becoming native to everyday devices. Motorola users will receive three months of Perplexity Pro, as the company aims to expand usage and reach beyond its early adopter base.
Read more here.
New AI-Powered Video Capabilities Debut in Adobe Express
/Adobe Newsroom
At Adobe MAX London, Adobe unveiled powerful new AI video and animation tools for Adobe Express — including Clip Maker for turning long videos into shareable clips, and Dynamic Animation to bring still images to life. These features, powered by Adobe Firefly models, allow creators and professionals to easily produce polished, on-brand video content at speed. From personalized sales videos to social-ready podcast snippets, Express now offers seamless integration with tools like Photoshop and Acrobat, making it easier to repurpose content and scale up production. Adobe’s updates aim to democratize high-quality video creation for everyone, from solopreneurs to enterprise teams.
Read more here.
SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:
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