The discussion revolves around an individual's experience of recreating a version of Photoshop using C++. The key focus is on the simplicity and user-friendly nature of the application, which adheres to five essential rules to enhance user experience: no installers, no archives, no registry keys, dependent solely on a single executable file. Comments reveal nostalgia for simpler software installations in the past and highlight concerns about the feature richness compared to the original Photoshop. Praise for the project’s interface usability compared to other alternatives like GIMP is noted, along with curiosity about its stability and potential commercial viability. Moreover, critiques of contemporary engineering education quality compared to the author's academic environment also emerge, indicating a broader conversation about expectations and standards in tech education. Examples of similar projects are shared, including a JavaScript port of Photoshop, underscoring the creativity in the tech community.