How to Run Claude Code for Free (2 Methods)

Riccardo Vandra | AI Systems · Intermediate ·🧠 Large Language Models ·2w ago
Build Your AI Workspace (Free): https://l.upliftedconsulting.com/ai-workspace-group Work With Me: https://l.upliftedconsulting.com/yt-call ------ In this video you'll discover how to run Claude Code with alternative providers — for free or almost free — using a single switching command. In particular, we'll cover: - Why Claude Code has a body and a brain - Method 1: OpenRouter with free models - Method 2: GLM for budget-friendly quality - Building a one-command provider switch - Adding unlimited providers to your setup After watching, you'll be able to switch Claude Code between any provid…
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Chapters (7)

Intro
0:30 The claude-switch demo
2:00 Body vs brain explained
3:00 Method 1: OpenRouter (free)
5:00 Method 2: GLM (budget)
7:00 Building the switch command
8:30 Final recommendations
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