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is a significant experiment in affective computing for software development. By prioritizing emotional safety, constrained tool use, and persona-driven interaction, it challenges the notion that developer tools must be neutral and robotic. While not suitable for all contexts, its success in lowering barriers for beginners and reducing burnout among indie creators validates the Kano Workshop’s ethos. As local LLMs improve, Amu-Chan may represent a template for the future of companion coding agents . Amu-Chan Developer -v1.0- -Kano Workshop-