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Open-source AI client Conduck released for Apple devices

A former hotel manager has developed and released an open-source Apple-native AI client called Conduck. This application allows users to connect to any self-hosted AI backend, offering features like support across various Apple devices and full privacy. The developer utilized a "vibe coding" approach, leveraging models like Claude Code Max and Codex, and shared workflow tips including using a "/second-opinion" skill for cross-checking plans and managing token budgets by using frontier models for planning and less expensive models for implementation. AI

IMPACT Enables users to connect any self-hosted AI to Apple devices, promoting privacy and flexible AI integration.

RANK_REASON User-developed application integrating AI models.

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Open-source AI client Conduck released for Apple devices

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  1. r/ClaudeAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/semibaron ·

    Hotel Manager -> Released Software. Open Source. Workflow explained!

    <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1w2rwm8/hotel_manager_released_software_open_source/"> <img alt="Hotel Manager -&gt; Released Software. Open Source. Workflow explained!" src="https://external-preview.redd.it/dng4bWxzdnBqa21oMYxcDMm72jR8bkz7y_9…