Math explainer video on derivatives made with Claude Opus and Manim: Claude Opus launch video
Originally posted by @linearuncle on X · posted Sep 24, 2026 · curated by MotionHunt, updated Oct 15, 2026

In short
A Chinese-language educational video teaching the concept of the derivative, made with Manim. The author says it was generated with Opus 5.5 from a prompt asking for an easy-to-understand explanation with examples that provoke thought, with voiceover from edge-tts.
Prompt
请用Manim给我制作一个导数概念学习的视频,要求通俗易懂,并且有例子,引人思考。配音使用edge-ttsHow it was made
Author states: model Opus 5.5 (described as very good at Manim); animation library Manim; voiceover generated with edge-tts. The author did not share duration, aspect ratio, render settings, time, or cost.
- Tools
- Claude Opus, Edge Tts, Manim
Why it works
- The prompt asks for plain, easy-to-understand language, which suits an introductory concept like the derivative.
- The prompt requires concrete examples, so the explanation is tied to worked cases rather than only abstract definitions.
- The prompt asks for content that makes viewers think, which is a structural goal for the video beyond simple exposition.
- Narration is produced with edge-tts, so the voiceover is generated alongside the Manim animation.
Remix it for your product
请用Manim给我制作一个[PRODUCT]概念学习的视频,要求通俗易懂,并且有例子,引人思考。重点讲解[FEATURES]。配音使用edge-ttsFAQ
What tool made this launch video?
This video was made with Claude Opus, Edge Tts and Manim.
Can I see the prompt behind this video?
Yes. The full prompt is shown on this page (reconstructed). Credit the original creator if you reuse it.
What kind of product is this video for?
It is a launch video for a other product.
Comments (0)
Sign in to comment.
Related videos
Motion design test prompt for Claude Opus 5.5@zheke
Paper cut-out shadow theatre animation on what makes a place feel like home@x4b47x
Code-driven animation prompt for Claude Opus, shared as a text post@xelandre__
Hand-drawn stop-motion test animation made with Claude Opus@_nikolajankovic
Pelican riding a bicycle animation rendered by code, made with Claude Opus 5.5@axtonliu
Three.js Douglas A-1H Skyraider model built with Claude Opus in one shot@buildfastwithai