Free Claude Cowork Course
Module 2: Connectors & Plugins
Overview

Module 2: Connectors, Plugins & Real Workflows

Welcome to Module 2! You've mastered the fundamentals. Now it's time to connect Claude to your real tools and build workflows for your actual job.

What Changed

In Module 1, you worked with local files — reading, analyzing, and creating documents. That's powerful on its own.

Module 2 unlocks the next level: connecting Claude to the tools you already use (Slack, Notion, Google Calendar, HubSpot, and more), installing plugins that give Claude domain expertise for your specific role, and building a real workflow you'll use every week.

What You'll Learn

LessonSkillReal-World Application
2.1ConnectorsLink Claude to your existing tools
2.2PluginsInstall job-specific expertise
2.3Skills & CommandsUse built-in workflows for your role
2.4Customizing PluginsTailor Claude to your company
2.5Your First Real WorkflowBuild something for YOUR job
2.6WrapupCelebrate and plan what's next

Prerequisites

You should complete Module 1 first. The skills you learned there (file exploration, working with files, agents, document creation) are the foundation for everything in Module 2.

You'll also want at least one external tool to connect — Slack, Notion, Google Calendar, Asana, or any of the supported services. Don't worry if you're not sure which one; Claude will help you pick in lesson 2.1.

How to Take This Module

  1. Open the Claude desktop app
  2. Make sure you've selected the course folder
  3. Say "start lesson 2.1" to begin
  4. Follow along as Claude teaches you interactively

Each lesson builds on the previous one. By the end, you'll have:

  • Connected Claude to at least one of your real tools
  • Installed a plugin matched to your job function
  • Used skills and slash commands built for your role
  • Customized a plugin with your company's context
  • Built a real workflow you'll actually use

Time Commitment

  • Total time: 1.5–2 hours
  • Per lesson: 15–30 minutes
  • Flexible: Stop and resume anytime

Ready? Open Claude and say "start lesson 2.1"!


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