Ruben Hassid · 6 min read · Gen AI Tools
being good at ai is (stupidly) simple
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AI mastery is presented as surprisingly simple: pick the right Claude model, use the AskUserQuestion approach instead of classic prompting, and level up through voice input, Claude Cowork for real files, and app connectors to automate workflows. Each level expands your capability, moving you toward top-tier AI usage.
Key Takeaways
- Avoid expert prompting; use built-in tricks like AskUserQuestion to guide Claude's answers.
- Start with a paid model (Opus 4.8) and set the thinking level for higher quality outputs.
- Use Claude Cowork to generate and save real files (PDFs, spreadsheets) on your computer.
- Upgrade with voice input and app connectors to automate workflows.
- The guide argues AI proficiency is accessible and repeatable for everyday productivity.
Excerpt
> ai is not that hard. > ai is this simple. > go to claude.ai . > create a new account. somehow, you have to verify your phone. > look at the box where you type. bottom-right corner. > it shows a model, like “Sonnet 4.6” (free) or “Opus 4.8” (paid). > you want the nice and smart ai instead of the free one. > pick Opus 4.8. set the thinking level to High. turn on “ Thinking ”. > it looks like this: just follow 1 → 2 → 3, this simple > now the infamous “prompt”… suspenseful music…