Natural Engineer

The architecture of Natural Engineer is centered around several key components designed to automate and streamline the management of Natural applications. The main components include the Inventory Manager, Code Analyzer, and Documentation Generator. The Inventory Manager is responsible for discovering and cataloging all Natural objects within the specified libraries.

The Code Analyzer performs static analysis of Natural code, identifying potential issues, and providing metrics. The Documentation Generator creates comprehensive documentation based on the application's structure and code. These components communicate through internal APIs, ensuring seamless data exchange and coordination.

The system uses a combination of file storage for configuration and metadata. The CLI provides the primary interface for interacting with the system, allowing administrators and developers to execute commands such as `GENERATE INVENTORY`, `ANALYZE PROGRAM`, and `DOCUMENT APPLICATION`. User management is handled through configuration files, which define user roles and permissions.

The system supports authentication methods, and access control is managed through configuration settings. The product's design emphasizes modularity and scalability, allowing for efficient management of large and complex Natural applications. Compared to manual processes, Natural Engineer significantly reduces the time and effort required for application maintenance, code understanding, and impact analysis.

Competitors in this space include products that offer similar functionality, but Natural Engineer's specific strengths lie in its deep integration with Natural and its comprehensive set of automated tools.