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Open-source Adobe product clones released, aiming for feature parity

A developer has created open-source clones of several Adobe products, including Photoshop and Lightroom, using "vibe-coding." The creator claims these clones will achieve feature parity with the original Adobe software within months. However, initial assessments suggest the quality of these applications is currently lacking. AI

IMPACT This development could offer alternative, potentially more accessible, tools for creative professionals.

RANK_REASON This is a tool release, specifically open-source clones of existing software.

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Open-source Adobe product clones released, aiming for feature parity

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · afterdawn ·

    Someone created vibe-coded clones of most Adobe products, including Photoshop - and open-sourced them Author claims the clones should reach "feature parity" wit

    Someone created vibe-coded clones of most Adobe products, including Photoshop - and open-sourced them Author claims the clones should reach "feature parity" within months. Not everyone is convinced about tthe quality of the apps - at least for now. https://www. afterdawn.com/news…