More research prompts from Claude

I'm thinking of some ideas for a virtual talk at RootsTech 2026, and yesterday asked Claude for suggestions on creating a few seconds of AI-generated video to include in a family history talk. I was really impressed with the reply. First it suggested some tools for converting text to video for AI. All of these were new to me. Then it gave me some practical steps, which I'm including below:

1. Write clear descriptions of what you want to show (e.g., "old family photos transitioning through generations")
2. Use specific historical details to make the generated content more accurate
3. Keep video clips short (5-15 seconds works best)
4. Download the generated clips and combine them with any real family photos/videos
5. Add voice narration or text overlays to provide context

Next Claude suggested tips for family history projects:

• Include visual representations of family trees
• Show geographical transitions if your family moved locations
• Recreate scenes from important family moments based on stories
• Create period-appropriate visual styles matching the eras you're discussing

These are great ideas. Claude asked me next "Would you like me to explain any particular platform in more detail, or would you prefer guidance on writing effective prompts for generating family history content?"

MyHeritage has used this technology with their Deep Nostalgia photo editing and historical AI-generated videos for Ancient Origins. I'm looking at something slightly different to include in my potential talk. Claude suggested looking at RunwayML, which so far seems to be amazing.