Get started with Claude Cowork (complete beginner guide)

Claude Cowork lets you automate tasks, connect to external tools, and work with files on your computer. If you've been seeing people talk about it but aren't sure how to get started, this video is for you. By the end of this tutorial, you'll know exactly how to use Claude Cowork for both work and personal automation. Get more Claude Cowork tips here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKBZGcr4pZA Learn about Claude Code here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5n6NfuY1cU What you'll learn: - How to download and set up the Claude desktop app - The difference between Chat, Cowork, and Code tabs (and when to use each) - How Cowork runs locally on your computer and accesses folders - Adding connectors (Data for SEO, Gamma, Linear, GitHub, and more) - Plugins and skills that make Cowork powerful - Real example: Finding top keywords with Data for SEO connector - Real example: Creating a presentation in Gamma using SEO data - How to schedule recurring tasks (weekly reports, automated workflows) - Using skills to customize Claude's behavior for your specific needs - Security considerations when giving folder access Examples shown: - Weekly YouTube video idea generation (scheduled task) - SEO keyword analysis for No-Code MBA using Data for SEO - Creating a presentation in Gamma from SEO data - Setting up a scheduled weekly SEO report ⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction & scheduled task demo 0:50 - How to download Claude desktop app 1:12 - Understanding Chat, Cowork, and Code tabs 2:00 - How Cowork runs on your computer 2:30 - Folder access and security considerations 3:11 - Adding connectors, plugins, and skills 4:02 - Demo: Finding top keywords with Data for SEO 5:08 - Demo: Creating a Gamma presentation from SEO data 6:01 - Viewing the final presentation 6:47 - How to schedule recurring tasks 7:43 - Understanding and using skills 8:42 - Final tips for getting started Pro tip: Start by writing down 5 tasks you do every day and ask Cowork how to automate them. It will help you identify which connectors you need and which skills to create. Subscribe for more Claude tutorials and AI automation guides! #claudecowork #claude #aiautomation #productivity