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Ep 781: OpenAI’s Codex For Beginners Pt 2: Advanced Agentic Strategies broken down for Newbies

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Every wish on your AI wish list? 🧞‍♂️ It's already here in OpenAI's Codex.  While the masses are months behind just now discovering Claude Cowork, there's a new wave taking over in Codex.  Bad part? It has the word 'code' in the name, so most people assume they're not technical enough.  Good news? If you can use ChatGPT, you can use Codex. (It's pretty much the same thing.)  We already broke down the Codex basics in Part 1 of our AI at Work on Wednesday series, so we're doubling down on the Codex classroom in part 2.  We'll tackle Skills, Plugins, Computer Use, Remote Control and more.  But the big takeaway? Codex can probably already do most of the work you do in front of a computer. We'll show you how.  OpenAI’s Codex For Beginners Pt 2: Advanced Agentic Strategies broken down for Newbies -- An Everyday AI Chat wit Jordan Wilson Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter [https://youreverydayai.com/] More on this Episode: Episode Page [https://www.youreverydayai.com/ep-781-openais-codex-for-beginners-pt-2-advanced-agentic-strategies-broken-down-for-newbies/] Today's Episode on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders. [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jordanwilson04_every-wish-on-your-ai-wish-list-its-activity-7462713731316101121-8vPF?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAEnbkdQBR48B1Rc3uoMWlWfVMPCScgZCUCQ] Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup [https://www.youtube.com/@EverydayAI_/streams] Website: YourEverydayAI.com [https://www.youreverydayai.com/ep-743-the-future-of-ai-7-new-ai-features-that-bring-us-closer-to-on-demand-ai-assistants/] Email The Show: info@youreverydayai.com [info@youreverydayai.com] Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanwilson04/] Topics Covered in This Episode: 1. OpenAI Codex Desktop Overview & Benefits 2. Advanced Codex Agentic Strategies Explained 3. Codex vs Claude vs Gemini: Feature Breakdown 4. Unified Memory & Project Management in Codex 5. Codex Plugins, Skills, and App Integrations 6. Scheduled Automation in OpenAI Codex 7. Computer Use and Remote Desktop Control 8. ChatGPT Mobile App as Codex Controller 9. Automated Podcast Guest Research Workflow 10. Real-Time Chain-of-Thought & Task Management Timestamps: 00:00 The holy grail of AI 04:15 Introducing everyday AI host Jordan Wilson 08:37 Automating tedious tasks with codex 11:46 Managing guest information tools 13:35 Setting up guest interviews 17:21 Monitoring AI with Codex 21:17 Demo of software's memory limitations 22:23 Why I use ChatGPT online 28:16 Explaining Gmail permissions 28:45 Understanding Gmail app permissions 33:55 Comparing Claude and Codex AI 35:45 Using computer use software issues 40:03 Using Chat GPT as a remote control 43:55 Organizing digital files and projects 47:51 Testing web browsing features 48:51 Balancing focus with busy schedule 51:55 Sharing experience with codecs app Keywords:  OpenAI Codex, Codex for beginners, AI agentic strategies, Codex desktop app, Advanced Codex features, Codex automations, Skills in Codex, Plugins in Codex, Computer use with Codex, Remote control AI, Scheduled automation, Plugin integration, Google Calendar automation, Gmail integration, Google Drive with AI, Spotify analytics automation, StreamYard integration, Google Slides AI, Canva presentations, Build with apps skill, Custom AI workflows, AI-powered research, GPT-5.5, Model comparison Claude vs Codex, Gemini desktop app, AI operating layer, Workflow automation, Project triage AI, Reading chain of thought, AI tasks scheduling, Multi-platform AI agents, ChatGPT desktop, Mobile app AI control, Unified AI platform, AI memory features, Deep research automation, Custom instructions AI, Recurring automations, Desktop productivity AI, Bidirectional plugin actions, Task templates, AI project folder structure, AI agent orchestration Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2175779/fan_mail/new] Start Here ▶️ Not sure where to start when it comes to AI? Start with our Start Here Series. You can listen to the first drop -- Episode 691 -- or get free access to our Inner Cricle community and all episodes: StartHereSeries.com [https://starthereseries.com/]  Also, here's a link to the entire series on a Spotify playlist [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1TP8pfmlirrjxaT8d3XyJW?go=1&sp_cid=78ecd4e6-5710-48fe-ad6d-4da188993ed8].

Highlights

This podcast episode dives into advanced strategies for using OpenAI's Codex, positioning it as a powerful AI agent that can automate complex, multi-step workflows. The host demonstrates how Codex goes beyond a simple chatbot to function as an operating layer for repeatable tasks, using features like plugins, skills, and scheduled automations to save significant time and effort.
00:00
Codex is the most powerful AI tool.
06:48
He shares his frustration with guest shows due to excessive pitching.
10:58
Codex checks Google Calendar for bookings.
11:46
Codex searches Google apps seamlessly.
13:35
Automating podcast guest preparation with Codex agents
17:24
Codex breaks tasks into subtasks with real-time progress.
21:18
Codex is the operating layer for repeatable workflows
22:26
Codex is unified with memory
28:17
Codex integrates with Twilio, Canva, and more.
28:46
Multiple plugins automate tasks without switching tabs
33:56
Codex's computer use is faster and more accurate than Claude's
35:45
Codex is 5x faster and runs in the background.
43:03
Claude's dispatch is far less capable than Codex
43:57
Codex has fewer bugs and allows full control of projects.
47:53
Codex automates complex workflows
51:29
AI reduces work time by 90-95%
51:55
Free Codex Cookbook and potential cohort available.

Chapters

The holy grail of AI
00:00
Introducing everyday AI host Jordan Wilson
04:15
Automating tedious tasks with codex
08:37
Managing guest information tools
11:46
Setting up guest interviews
13:35
Monitoring AI with Codex
17:21
Demo of software's memory limitations
21:17
Why I use ChatGPT online
22:23
Explaining Gmail permissions
28:16
Understanding Gmail app permissions
28:45
Comparing Claude and Codex AI
33:55
Using computer use software issues
35:45
Using Chat GPT as a remote control
40:03
Organizing digital files and projects
43:55
Testing web browsing features
47:51
Balancing focus with busy schedule
48:51
Sharing experience with codecs app
51:55

Transcript

Jordan Wilson: This is the Everyday AI Show, the everyday podcast where we simplify AI and bring its power to your fingertips. Listen daily for practical advice to boost your career, business, and everyday life. It seems like the holy grail of AI that the ...