The Digital Press

Nikunj Kothari spends a day using Claude Code, an AI-powered terminal interface that executes commands through conversation rather than typed inputs, signaling a shift in how humans interact with computers.

Why it matters: AI terminals let users solve complex problems without memorizing commands, making powerful computing accessible through natural language.

The big picture: This “terminal phase” echoes early DOS days, where mastery led to major tech breakthroughs, but now accelerated by AI and cloud integration.

The stakes: The main barrier isn’t technology but human imagination and ability to clearly express ideas to AI systems.

Commenters say: Readers appreciate the insightful analogy to DOS, discuss AI as a new OS layer, and anticipate rapid expansion of AI-powered interfaces beyond coding.