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Recommended Spec Sheet
For smooth software development, target a minimum of:
- **16GB RAM**: Standard running of Docker, IDEs, and local servers will crash 8GB machines.
- **SSD Storage**: Solid State Drives are non-negotiable for fast compile times.
- **Apple Silicon (M2/M3)** or **Intel Core i7/AMD Ryzen 7** processors for compiling heavy projects.