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Simon Willison builds remote file editor using GPT-6 Astra Extra High

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Simon Willison developed a Python web application called web-edit, designed for viewing and editing files remotely via a Tailscale network. The application leverages Codex Remote and GPT-6 Astra Extra High to provide a user interface for file management, utilizing CodeMirror 6 for editing due to its superior mobile experience compared to Monaco. This tool allows users to manage files directly from their phones without needing to send sensitive credentials through the LLM. AI

IMPACT Enables more secure and direct file management for users interacting with LLM-powered tools.

RANK_REASON The item describes a specific software tool developed by an individual, not a release from a major AI lab or a significant industry event.

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Simon Willison builds remote file editor using GPT-6 Astra Extra High

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  1. Simon Willison TIER_1 (CY) ·

    web-edit 0.1a0

    <p><strong>Release:</strong> <a href="https://github.com/simonw/web-edit/releases/tag/0.1a0">web-edit 0.1a0</a></p> <p>I was working on a project from my phone using Codex Remote when I found myself wanting to edit a credentials file without round-tripping those credentials throu…

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