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Claude is an Electron App because we've lost native
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Claude is developed as an Electron app despite spending $20,000 on a Rust-based agent swarm for a C-compiler. Current limitations of large language models (LLMs) necessitate manual refinement, leading to increased costs and hindering the shift to native applications.
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- Praise: The flexibility of using frameworks like Tauri, which leverages Rust, could lead to innovative applications that enhance performance and user experience.
- Praise: The emphasis on making software that 'works' first aligns with the iterative nature of AI development, where initial models may be inefficient but pave the way for future advancements.
- Concern: The reliance on Electron apps highlights a concerning trend of developers opting for convenience over optimizing performance, potentially stifling innovation in native applications.
- Concern: The shift towards design systems and brand language in app development often compromises user experience, leading to inconsistencies that can confuse users.