This project provides a lightweight Electron application enabling Claude 3.5 Sonnet to control a local computer, serving as a proof-of-concept for AI-driven automation. It targets users interested in exploring the capabilities of AI agents interacting with desktop environments, offering a simpler alternative to existing frameworks.

How It Works

The application leverages Claude 3.5 Sonnet's new computer use capabilities, allowing the AI model to directly execute commands on the user's machine. It's built as an Electron app, providing a cross-platform interface. The core design prioritizes simplicity and direct control, with the developer noting that the execution speed makes a manual confirmation step unnecessary, as the AI's actions can be easily interrupted.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Install via git clone https://github.com/corbt/agent.exe, cd agent.exe, npm install, and npm start.
• Requires an Anthropic API Key (set in .env).
• Primarily tested on macOS; theoretically supports Windows and Linux.
• Recommended browser: Firefox for optimal performance.

Highlighted Details

• Proof-of-concept for AI controlling local computer functions.
• Built using Electron for cross-platform compatibility.
• Claude 3.5 Sonnet is the primary AI model supported.

Maintenance & Community

The project is explicitly stated as a proof-of-concept with no intention for active maintenance or PR merging, though the author will review and merge "cool" PRs.

Licensing & Compatibility

The repository does not specify a license.

Limitations & Caveats

The project is a proof-of-concept and may have numerous unknown limitations. It currently only works on the primary display. The developer notes that Claude "will behave so much better" with Firefox, implying potential issues with other browsers.