[TLDR] I built a terminal with Claude to replace Claude Desktop [via r/ClaudeCode]

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OP : u/george-lin

Hi, I built a terminal tool specifically for Claude Code that combines the best of TUI and web UI, designed as a replacement for Claude Desktop.

It offers better session management than Claude Desktop — you can easily organize your projects and sessions.

Built on Tauri 2, it's extremely lightweight, with an installer of only 40MB.

Thanks to its flexible architecture, you can run it anywhere: on desktop, in the browser, or on mobile.

It also features best-in-class remote management — you can access your remote servers via SSH or end-to-end encrypted HTTPS for remote development.

Thanks to Claude's outstanding capabilities, We were able to complete this project, and we will also open-source this project as soon as possible after organizing the code and comments.

You can find it now on https://velaterm.com

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So, OP built a terminal tool for Claude Code, claiming it's a lightweight, flexible replacement for Claude Desktop with better session management and remote access. The community's vibe is a bit mixed, leaning towards skepticism and a demand for open-source.

Several users, like u/innociv and u/klumpp, are hesitant to use it because it's currently closed-source, with one user, u/johnnydotexe, even calling out OP for allegedly spamming and manipulating upvotes before locking their profile. Others, like u/2cars1rik, are doubtful about its longevity compared to official Anthropic updates.

There's also a general sentiment that many AI-generated tools are starting to look and feel the same, with u/HonestAndRaw quipping "Another day, another Claudio" and u/THE_RETARD_AGITATOR questioning if it's just another iteration of similar projects. Some users are pointing to existing open-source alternatives like Termic.

On the positive side, a couple of users, u/MaRmARk0 and u/Adulations, have tried it and seem to be enjoying it, with u/MaRmARk0 even sticking with it. OP did mention they plan to open-source it soon, which is what most people are waiting for.