Episode 1: The Landscape

What is the difference between "Claude" the AI model and the software products built around it? In this debut episode, we break down how the same underlying model runs across various surfaces—from web and desktop apps to Claude Code, browser extensions, and Microsoft Office add-ins. We examine the three levers that define every AI surface: tools, reach, and context. You'll also learn how model tiers work, how subscription allowances function across surfaces, and where each topic sits on our 23-lesson course map.