51. Running OpenClaw on a $5 server... is it ready for prime time?
Wed Feb 04 2026
James and Kieran explore the practical reality of building with Claude Code in 2026 - from instant website deployment to AI agents that manage your entire workflow.
Claude Code Workflows That Actually Work
Deploy websites from folder to live URL in under 2 minutesReplace manual automations with GitHub cron jobsGenerate beautiful email sequences from brand assets instantly with Claude CodeBuild personal AI operating systems for notes and task managementOpenClaw/Claude Bot Reality Check
Setting up AI agents on $5/month VPS serversWatching agents build custom social media integrations in real-timeSecurity concerns vs incredible automation potentialWhy it's fascinating but not ready for prime timeBubble's Game-Changing Update
In-app payments finally available for native mobile appsConsumer app monetization unlocked (despite 30% App Store fees)Integration with Bubble's AI agent builder for end-to-end app creation
Real-World Examples
Julian from Memberstack rebuilding 100+ page website with Claude CodeDaily content automation at howdoiuseai.comPersonal productivity systems that actually workThe 5-minute hackathon challenge coming to Create With ConferenceThe episode tackles the practical questions builders are asking: When do you trust AI with important automations? How do you balance speed vs reliability? What security practices matter when agents have broad access?
Live Claude Code Session - February 9thLearn marketing website development with real examples from Memberstack's rebuildRegister: https://luma.com/mk0tnl69
Vibe Coding OlympicsJoin the global competition and see what you can buildDetails: https://www.thevibecodinggames.com/
Create With Conference 2026June 25th, Brighton Center (on the seafront!)Early registration: https://createwith.com
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James and Kieran explore the practical reality of building with Claude Code in 2026 - from instant website deployment to AI agents that manage your entire workflow. Claude Code Workflows That Actually Work Deploy websites from folder to live URL in under 2 minutesReplace manual automations with GitHub cron jobsGenerate beautiful email sequences from brand assets instantly with Claude CodeBuild personal AI operating systems for notes and task managementOpenClaw/Claude Bot Reality Check Setting up AI agents on $5/month VPS serversWatching agents build custom social media integrations in real-timeSecurity concerns vs incredible automation potentialWhy it's fascinating but not ready for prime timeBubble's Game-Changing Update In-app payments finally available for native mobile appsConsumer app monetization unlocked (despite 30% App Store fees)Integration with Bubble's AI agent builder for end-to-end app creation Real-World Examples Julian from Memberstack rebuilding 100+ page website with Claude CodeDaily content automation at howdoiuseai.comPersonal productivity systems that actually workThe 5-minute hackathon challenge coming to Create With ConferenceThe episode tackles the practical questions builders are asking: When do you trust AI with important automations? How do you balance speed vs reliability? What security practices matter when agents have broad access? Live Claude Code Session - February 9thLearn marketing website development with real examples from Memberstack's rebuildRegister: https://luma.com/mk0tnl69 Vibe Coding OlympicsJoin the global competition and see what you can buildDetails: https://www.thevibecodinggames.com/ Create With Conference 2026June 25th, Brighton Center (on the seafront!)Early registration: https://createwith.com