Ask HN: How important is a zero-install experience to you?

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  • Scoop

    A command-line installer for Windows.

    "Create account" seems to be the the new "install" experience on the web. I've noticed almost every "Show HN" that requires creating a new account gets complaints. Might be a vocal minority... (I just use a password manager to generate/store new account info so it's not a big deal for me.)

    This has inspired me to create a user account system with anonymous guest accounts. You can use the system right away, then upgrade to a full, permanent account if you wish to keep using the service. Kind of like a shopping cart where you get the option of creating an account at checkout.

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    On my PC, I am more likely to install applications that are portable/self-contained. If it's on https://scoop.sh/ I will install it without hesitation.

  • WorkOS

    The modern identity platform for B2B SaaS. The APIs are flexible and easy-to-use, supporting authentication, user identity, and complex enterprise features like SSO and SCIM provisioning.

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