Unofficial vibe-coded "Notepad++ for Mac" draws objections from original author
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Unofficial vibe-coded "Notepad++ for Mac" draws objections from original author
"NextPad++ is a community port of Notepad++ for Mac, featuring a frog icon rather than the Notepad++ lizard. It supports macOS versions dating back to 11.0 Big Sur on both Intel and Apple Silicon processors."
"The app is a native macOS application with a Cocoa user interface that replaces the original Win32 interface, ensuring a lightweight and clean experience for users."
"Letov confirmed that both the Notepad++ for Mac app and the website were created at least partially using Anthropic's Claude CLI, indicating a significant AI involvement in the development process."
NextPad++, a community port of Notepad++ for Mac, features a frog icon and supports macOS versions from 11.0 Big Sur. It is a native app with a Cocoa interface, ensuring a lightweight experience. The project is properly notarized for easy downloading. However, concerns arise regarding its sustainability as an independent port, especially given the developer's focus on AI. The app's development involved AI tools, specifically Anthropic's Claude CLI, although this was not initially disclosed on the project page.
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