Overview:
This session introduces Claude Cowork, explains how it differs from the Claude web interface and Claude Code, and walks through practical desktop workflow automations. Participants learn to set up Cowork, define automated tasks in plain English, and apply it to common scenarios: organizing project folders, batch processing documents, preparing reports from multiple sources, and more.
Why you should Attend:
Most office workers spend significant time on repetitive file and document tasks. Claude Cowork lets you describe what you want done and walk away no scripts, no coding, no technical expertise required.
Areas Covered in the Session:
- What is Claude Cowork and how does it work
- Installing and configuring Claude Cowork on your desktop
- Cowork vs. Claude.ai vs. Claude Code: choosing the right tool
- Defining automated desktop tasks in natural language
- Automatically organizing a project's document folder
- Batch renaming and summarizing files
- Compiling a weekly report from multiple documents
- Setting up recurring automations
- Data privacy: what stays on your computer vs. what is sent to the cloud
- Troubleshooting common issues
Who Will Benefit:
- Office and Administrative Professionals
- Executive Assistants
- Operations Staff
- HR and Finance Teams
- Non-Technical Managers
- Educators managing course materials
- Anyone overwhelmed by document and file management