Solo developer recreates major Adobe apps in Rust, releases free suite
A solo developer has released a full suite of open-source alternatives to core Adobe creative apps, all built in Rust with the help of AI tool Opus 5.5. The free apps include equivalents for Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, Premiere, InDesign, After Effects, and Acrobat Pro, under names like PhotoCraft and FilmCraft. They're multi-platform and available on GitHub and a dedicated website, though users and commenters have raised concerns about security and completeness.
Why it mattersAdobe's grip on creative software means alternatives could open up workflows for people unwilling or unable to pay high subscription fees. If these Rust-based tools prove reliable, it could nudge the creative-app status quo toward more accessible options.
- Apps cover 7 major Adobe programs, including Photoshop and Premiere
- All software is open-source, built in Rust, and free to use
- Developer used AI tool Opus 5.5 for the project
- Early users warn about safety and missing features
- Runs on PC, Mac, Linux, with online versions too
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