OpenAI launches Codex, an AI coding agent, in ChatGPT

Welcome to another edition of Synapze AI Newsletter

In this edition, we have:

● Breaking news of the week.

● Tutorial of the week.

● AI tools for you.

● Prompt of the day.

OpenAI launches Codex, an AI coding agent, in ChatGPT

OpenAI has launched Codex, a powerful AI coding agent embedded within ChatGPT, now available in research preview to ChatGPT Pro, Enterprise, and Team users. Powered by a version of the o3 model called codex-1, it generates cleaner code, runs automated tests, and handles tasks like debugging, writing features, and explaining code all in a secure, sandboxed cloud environment. READ MORE

Why it matters and how can we adapt to this change:

• Enhances Developer Productivity: Codex automates repetitive coding tasks, bug fixes, and test cycles, freeing engineers to focus on higher-level work.

• Democratizes AI Coding: With Codex available inside ChatGPT, more teams even non-experts can build and maintain software faster and with fewer resources.

• Integrates Seamlessly with GitHub: By preloading code repositories in a secure sandbox, Codex delivers context-aware support without disrupting your development flow.

• Sets a New Standard in Agentic Coding: Codex introduces a more autonomous coding experience, evolving AI from a passive assistant to an active virtual teammate.

• Expands OpenAI’s Ecosystem: Codex strengthens ChatGPT’s value proposition, incentivising upgrades and increasing monetisation through usage-based pricing.

Vibe-coding startup Windsurf launches in-house AI models

Windsurf has launched its first family of proprietary AI models for software engineering, called SWE-1, including SWE-1, SWE-1-lite, and SWE-1-mini. These models are designed to support the full software engineering process not just coding and mark Windsurf’s shift from relying on external AI models to building its own. READ MORE

TUTORIAL FOR THE WEEK

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Tutorial - How to turn yourself into a Viral Baby Podcaster

Have you seen the latest Baby trend going around where you turn yourself into a baby and start speaking in the podcast microphone? Well here’s how to do it!

Step 1: Go to ChatGPT 4o
Step 2: Go to “Create Image” and upload your chosen photo

Step 3: Generate the baby photos and paste this prompt
“Make this man into a baby sitting wearing headphones in a podcast studio talking into a podcast microphone”

Step 4: Go to Dreamina and click the lip sync function

Step 5: Upload your chosen voice clip/baby image and click generate

And you are now a baby talking into the mic! Enjoy!

AI TOOLS FOR YOU

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• Superhuman - AI-powered email client that helps you triage, write and manage your inbox in record time.

• Motion - ​Smart calendar and task manager that auto-schedules your to-dos around meetings.

• ChatLLM - An AI super-assistant developed by Abacus.AI, designed to provide users with access to a suite of state-of-the-art large language models (LLMs) and AI tools within a single platform.

• KlingAI - A text-to-video platform by Kuaishou Technology that uses advanced 3D spatiotemporal attention to turn text prompts or images into high-fidelity, cinema-quality videos up to two minutes long.

• Claude AI -​ Safety-focused assistant that summarises long documents, brainstorms ideas and answers questions fast. Also supports Anthropic’s open-source Model Context Protocol (MCP).

CHATGPT PROMPT (Your brand is what people say when you’re not in the room. Here’s 7 prompts to help you with this)

1️⃣ Personal Brand Identity Creation

Prompt:
"Act as a personal brand strategist. Based on my background in [industry], core values, and the audience I want to attract ([describe audience]), help me define a clear personal brand identity. Break it down into brand positioning, core message, tone of voice, and unique differentiators I can consistently use across all platforms."

2️⃣ Bio & About Me Development

Prompt:
"You’re a personal branding copywriter. Write a professional bio for my website and social profiles that highlights my credibility, reflects my brand voice, and appeals to [target audience]. Include a short version (under 150 words) and a long version (250–300 words)."

3️⃣ Social Media Content Strategy

Prompt:
"Act as a personal brand content strategist. Create a 30-day content calendar tailored for [LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.] that includes daily post topics, formats (e.g., carousel, reel, text), and engagement tips. The goal is to grow my authority in [your niche] and connect with [your target audience]."

4️⃣ Signature Story Development

Prompt:
"You’re a storytelling expert helping me build my personal brand. Guide me through crafting a compelling signature story that includes my origin, the turning point, lessons learned, and how it connects to what I do today. The story should be authentic, concise, and resonate with [target audience or industry]."

5️⃣ Audience Building & Positioning

Prompt:
“Act as my brand growth strategist. Help me identify and describe my ideal audience in detail including their goals, pain points, and where they spend time online. Then advise how I should position my content and message to attract and build trust with them over time."

6️⃣ Thought Leadership Content Creation

Prompt:
"Act as a thought leadership coach. Based on my experience in [industry/niche], generate 5 high-impact content ideas that showcase my expertise, challenge conventional thinking, and provide real value to [target audience]. Include suggested titles and one-line summaries for each."

7️⃣ Brand Audit & Optimisation

Prompt:
“You’re a personal brand consultant. Review my current brand presence across [website, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.]. Identify what feels inconsistent, unclear, or off-brand. Recommend 3 specific changes I can make immediately to improve alignment, clarity, and impact."

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