Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT for Windows (BYOL)

My main use case for GoAnywhere MFT  is secure automated file transfer between internal systems and external partners. For example, I use GoAnywhere MFT  to automatically transfer daily business files between our ERP  system and third-party vendors without manual intervention.

I also use GoAnywhere MFT  for workflow automation and integration with internal applications. It helps me to schedule transfers, monitor file movements, and receive alerts for failed jobs, reducing manual effort and improving reliability. The best features that GoAnywhere MFT  offers are secure file transfer protocol, workflow automation, job scheduling, and centralized monitoring with detailed audit logs. These features help improve security, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Centralized monitoring gives me a single dashboard to track all file transfers, making it easy to identify and resolve issues quickly. Audit logs are especially useful for compliance and troubleshooting. For example, if a file transfer fails or a partner asks whether a file was delivered, I can quickly verify the status and review the transfer history.

Another valuable feature I find in GoAnywhere MFT is its automation capability. It eliminates repeated manual tasks by scheduling and managing file transfers automatically. I save time and reduce the risk of human error.

GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving efficiency through automating file transfers and reducing manual effort. It has also enhanced security through encrypted transfers and better access controls. Overall, it has helped me save time, reduce errors, and improve the reliability of my file exchange process.

While I don't track exact metrics, I can share that I have seen a noticeable reduction in manual effort and transfer-related errors since using GoAnywhere MFT. Tasks that previously required manual monitoring are now automated, saving several hours each week and improving the reliability and consistency of file transfers.

GoAnywhere MFT could be improved in some areas. Overall, the product works well, but the user interface could be more modern and intuitive. Some advanced configurations and workflows have a learning curve, so simplifying those areas or improving supporting capabilities would make the experience even better.

While the documentation is generally good, more detailed examples for advanced workflows and integrations would be helpful. Customer support has been responsive, though faster resolution times for complex issues would be appreciated. Overall, these are minor improvements, and the product has met expectations very well.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for around two years.

Customer support has been responsive, though faster resolution times for complex issues would be appreciated.

When considering GoAnywhere MFT's AI capabilities, I recognize it is not primarily an AI-driven product, so this is not a major area of focus. However, in terms of automation, monitoring, and file transfer processing, it has been very reliable and consistent with accurate execution of configured workflows and minimal errors.

I deploy GoAnywhere MFT in a hybrid deployment model with integration across on-premises systems and cloud-based applications. This provides flexibility while maintaining security and control over file transfer operations.

For my cloud-based applications, I primarily use Microsoft Azure  and integrate it with GoAnywhere MFT.

I purchased GoAnywhere MFT through a partner, not through the AWS Marketplace .

The main improvements I would suggest for GoAnywhere MFT are a more modern user interface, simplified advanced configuration, and enhanced reporting and analytics. Other than that, GoAnywhere MFT has met my requirements well and has been a reliable solution for secure file transfer and automation.

My advice for others looking into using GoAnywhere MFT would be to clearly define file transfer and automation requirements before implementation. Take advantage of the workflow automation, security features, and monitoring capabilities from the start. Proper planning and configuration will help you get the most value from the platform and reduce manual effort significantly.

GoAnywhere MFT has been a reliable and secure solution for managed file transfer. Its automation, security, and monitoring capabilities have helped improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort. I have had a positive experience with the product and would recommend it to organizations looking for a robust MFT solution. I rate this product an 8 out of 10.

My main use case for GoAnywhere MFT  is secure file transfer between internal systems, external vendors, and business partners. I use it to automate recurring file exchange, such as customer data, financial reports, transaction files, and system-generated reports that need to be transferred on a scheduled basis. One of the biggest benefits is having a centralized platform to manage and monitor file transfers instead of relying on multiple scripts or manual processes. It also helps with encryption, audit trails, and compliance requirements. That said, like many MFT  solutions, onboarding new partners and handling different file formats or connectivity requirements can sometimes take more effort than expected. GoAnywhere MFT  simplifies a lot of processes, but there is still some coordination and configuration work involved, especially when dealing with complex integrations.

One specific example of how I use GoAnywhere MFT  for file transfers involves transferring daily sales and transaction files from our internal system to a third-party financial partner. Before using GoAnywhere MFT, the process relied on manual uploads and a few custom scripts, which occasionally led to missed transfers or limited visibility when something failed. With GoAnywhere MFT, we automated the workflow, so the file was generated, encrypted, and transferred via SFTP, and then archived automatically. If a transfer failed, the system would send an alert to the support team, allowing us to address the issue quickly. What made the process easier was having everything managed in one place with clear monitoring and audit logs.

The best features GoAnywhere MFT offers, in my experience, are workflow automation, support for multiple transfer protocols, security control, and centralized monitoring. Workflow automation probably has the biggest impact because it reduces a lot of manual effort. I can schedule file transfers, trigger actions based on events, and automate tasks like encryption, file movements, and notifications within a single process. The broad protocol support is also useful since different partners have different requirements. Having SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, and other connectivity options in one platform makes integration easier to manage. From a security perspective, the encryption capability, access control, and audit logs are important, especially for sensitive business data and compliance needs. Another feature I appreciate is the centralized dashboard; instead of checking multiple scripts or systems, the team can monitor transfers, troubleshoot failures, and review logs from a single location.

GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization primarily by improving reliability and reducing manual effort. Before implementing GoAnywhere MFT, some file transfers required manual intervention or depended on custom scripts that were difficult to maintain. By automating those processes, our team spends less time monitoring routine transfers and has more time focusing on higher-value work. It has also strengthened our security posture; having centralized encryption, security, secure transfer protocols, and detailed audit trails gives us more confidence when handling sensitive business data and helps support compliance requirements. Another benefit is better visibility; when a transfer fails or is delayed, it is much easier to identify the issue and respond quickly because everything is tracked in a single platform.

While we did not track a single KPI directly attributed to GoAnywhere MFT, we did see measurable organizational improvements. For instance, manual involvement in routine file transfers dropped significantly because many processes became fully automated. Tasks that previously required someone to monitor uploads, move files, or restart failed jobs are largely handled by the platform. We also experienced fewer transfer-related incidents compared to when we relied on a combination of scripts and manual processes. When issues did occur, troubleshooting was typically faster because of the centralized monitoring and detailed logs. If I were to estimate, some teams probably reduced the time spent managing recurring file transfers by several hours per week. The bigger value, though, was reliability and reduction of operational risks rather than specific percentage improvements.

Overall, GoAnywhere MFT is a solid platform, but there are a few areas where I think it could improve. First, some of the advanced workflow and administration features can present a learning curve; the platform is powerful, but newer users may need time to understand how to build and troubleshoot more complex processes. Second, while the monitoring and reporting capabilities are good, I would like to see more advanced analytics out of the box. Another area is cloud and hybrid environment management; many organizations are still navigating a mix of on-premises systems and cloud applications with external partners. I would also like to see stronger capabilities around operational intelligence; many organizations are moving from reactive monitoring to predictive monitoring, where the system can identify unusual transfer patterns, potential failures, or capacity concerns before they become business issues. Another challenge that is not unique to GoAnywhere MFT is partner onboarding; even with a good MFT platform, setting up a secure connection, aligning security requirements, and exchanging keys and validation workflows with external partners can still be a time-consuming process.

Regarding integration and connectivity, I see an additional area for improvement; GoAnywhere MFT supports a wide range of protocols and systems, but as organizations adopt more cloud-native applications and SaaS platforms, there is always a demand for faster and simpler integration with newer technologies. From a support perspective, my experience was generally positive, but as with most enterprise software, some highly technical issues can require escalation and take time to fully resolve. I would also like to see stronger capabilities around operational intelligence; many organizations are moving from reactive monitoring to predictive monitoring, where the system can identify unusual transfer patterns, potential failures, or capacity concerns before they become business issues. Another challenge that is not unique to GoAnywhere MFT is partner onboarding; even with a good MFT platform, setting up secure connections, aligning security requirements, and exchanging keys and validation workflows with external partners can still be a time-consuming process.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT for the last two years.

GoAnywhere MFT has been a stable platform in my experience; once it is properly configured and running in production, I have not experienced any issues caused by the platform itself. The scheduled transfers, automation workflows, and partner connections typically run reliably, which is important because file transfer processes are often business-critical. As with any enterprise application, we occasionally encounter issues, but they are more commonly related to external factors, such as network connectivity, partner system outages, certificate expirations, file format changes, or infrastructure maintenance.

From my experience, GoAnywhere MFT scales quite well to handle growing file transfer volumes and additional integration requirements; as our environment expands, we can add new workflows, trading partners, and transfer jobs without needing to fundamentally redesign the platform. One of its strengths is that it centralizes file transfer management, so growth is often more about infrastructure planning and operational governance than limitations of the platform itself. We can support increasing numbers of automated transfers while maintaining visibility and control through the same administration interface.

Overall, my experience with customer support has been positive; for routine questions and standard issues, the support team is generally responsive and helpful. They are usually able to provide guidance, documentation, references, or recommendations, and configure changes within a reasonable timeline. I would rate customer support eight out of ten.

Before GoAnywhere MFT, we relied on a combination of custom scripts, scheduled jobs, and native file transfer tools rather than a dedicated enterprise MFT platform. The approach worked when the environment was smaller, but as the number of integrations and business partners grew, it became harder to manage. We had limited visibility into transfer activity, troubleshooting could be time-consuming, and there was greater dependency on individual team members who understood the scripts and processes. One of the main reasons for moving to GoAnywhere MFT was to centralize file transfer management and improve security, monitoring, and automation.

I would describe the learning curve for GoAnywhere MFT as moderate; new users can usually learn the basics fairly quickly, especially if they are mainly monitoring transfers, checking logs, or managing routine tasks. For administrators, there is a bit more to learn because GoAnywhere MFT offers a lot of functionality around workflow, security settings, scheduling, user management, encryption, and partner connections. The platform is powerful, but with that comes some complexity. In my experience, most administrators become comfortable with day-to-day operations within a few weeks. However, mastering more advanced workflows, troubleshooting complex integrations, or designing large-scale automation processes can take longer and typically require hands-on experience.

I would say we see a positive ROI, although it is easier to see in operational efficiency and risk reduction than in direct headcount reduction. A good example is our recurring file transfer process; before GoAnywhere MFT, some transfers required manual monitoring, file validation, and occasional intervention when scripts failed. After automating those workflows, the amount of time spent on routine transfer management dropped noticeably.

We did not purchase GoAnywhere MFT through the AWS Marketplace ; it was procured through our standard enterprise software purchasing process and then deployed within our existing infrastructure, including our AWS  environment.

The product's strengths are in secure, managed file transfer automation and compliance rather than AI capabilities; we have not relied on AI for business-critical output.

In our case, GoAnywhere MFT is deployed in a hybrid environment; we have a mix of on-premises systems and cloud-based applications, so the platform acts as a secure bridge for file transfers between internal infrastructure, external partners, and cloud services. A hybrid approach works well because it allows us to keep certain sensitive workloads and legacy systems on-premises while still supporting newer cloud-based business processes. GoAnywhere MFT provides a centralized way to manage those transfers without needing to maintain separate solutions for different environments.

As part of our hybrid setup, we primarily use Amazon Web Services  alongside our on-premises environment; GoAnywhere MFT is used to securely exchange files between internal systems, AWS-hosted applications, and external partners. AWS is already a strategic cloud platform for our organization, so integrating file transfer workflows into that environment makes sense from both an operational and scalability perspective.

My advice for others looking into using GoAnywhere MFT is to start by clearly understanding your file transfer requirements before implementing the platform; GoAnywhere MFT is very capable, but organizations get the most value from it when they have a good understanding of their workflows, security requirements, compliance needs, and integration landscape. I would also recommend investing time in the initial design and governance process; it is tempting to focus only on moving files from point A to point B, but things like naming standards, monitoring, alerting, user access, and partner onboarding processes become increasingly important as the environment grows. I would rate this product overall as eight out of ten.

I have been using GoAnywhere MFT  for around three years. The primary use case for GoAnywhere MFT  is secure file transfer and automation, and I use it to exchange business-critical files between internal systems.

I use GoAnywhere MFT  for secure file transport between internal systems, customers, and external partners. The type of workflow involves the automatic pickup of files from SFTP locations, validation, and encryption using PGP before transferring them to the destination. It also sends email notifications for successes or failures. Recently, I implemented an automatic workflow that transfers daily business reports from application servers to partner organizations, which reduced manual effort and improved transfer reliability, security, and audit tracking.

Overall, GoAnywhere MFT  has helped to centralize and automate my file transfer processes while improving security, compliance, and visibility. With automated auditing and support for multiple protocols, I have reduced manual intervention and operational risks. It has become a key platform for managing secure data exchange with internal systems and external partners.

The standout features of GoAnywhere MFT are workflow automation, secure managed file transfer, SFTP, FTP, PGP encryption, centralized monitoring with detailed audit logs, and automated email alerts, which significantly reduce manual effort while improving security and compliance.

Workflow automation is the feature I rely on the most day-to-day. It automates file transfer, encryption, validation, and notifications, which reduces manual work, minimizes errors, and ensures files are delivered on time without constant monitoring.

The combination of automation, security, and centralized management makes GoAnywhere MFT a reliable and efficient platform for my file transfer needs. GoAnywhere MFT has positively impacted my organization by improving operational efficiency through automating the file transfer process, reducing manual intervention, minimizing errors, and enhancing security and compliance through centralized monitoring, encryption, and audit trails. I also have better reliability and visibility into my business-critical file exchanges.

GoAnywhere MFT could be improved with a more modern and intuitive user interface, enhanced dashboard customization, and advanced reporting and analytics capabilities. An initial setup and workflow design process could help new users get up to speed more quickly.

I have been working in my current field for more than ten years.

GoAnywhere MFT scales well for my needs. As my file volume, workflows, and partner connections increased, I was able to expand its use without significant challenges. Its centralized management, automation, and capabilities make it easy to support my growing business requirements while maintaining performance and reliability.

My overall experience with customer support has been positive for GoAnywhere MFT. The support team representatives are knowledgeable and helpful in resolving technical issues and configuration-related questions. While the response time can vary depending on complexity, the overall support quality has been reliable and effective.

I have not extensively used any AI-related features with GoAnywhere MFT, as my primary use is secure file transfer protocol automation, so I cannot accurately assess the accuracy and reliability of its AI capabilities.

I evaluated other managed file transfer solutions before choosing GoAnywhere MFT, which included IBM Securely File Transfer Protocol and Globalscape EFT .

As a quality analyst in my current organization, I have been using GoAnywhere MFT  for the last two years, and as part of my QA responsibility, I have been involved in testing and validating various file transfer workflows and integrations.

My primary use case for GoAnywhere MFT  is to test, validate, and secure automated file transfer workflows across multiple systems within my organization. In my role as a QA engineer, I work closely with workflows that handle the movement of sensitive data between internal applications, external vendors, and cloud platforms. I use GoAnywhere MFT  to ensure that these transfers are reliable, secure, and function as expected under different scenarios. Specifically, my use case includes validating automated workflows, testing the scheduled and event-based file transfers to ensure they execute correctly without any manual intervention, and ensuring data integrity by verifying that the files are transferred completely and accurately without any corruption or data loss. I also use it for security testing to check encryption and authentication mechanisms and secure protocols such as SFTP and FTPS, as well as for my end-to-end integration testing to confirm the smooth data exchange between systems such as databases, APIs, and third-party platforms. Overall, I use it as a central platform to simulate real-world file transfer scenarios and validate that all processes are stable and production-ready before deployment.

Beyond what I have described about my main use case, I do not just validate whether a file transfer works; I also focus on edge cases and real scenarios. For example, I test how workflows behave under failure conditions such as network interruptions, incorrect credentials, or partial file availability to ensure that the system is resilient and can recover gracefully without data loss. I am also involved in regression testing whenever there are changes to workflows or system upgrades since file transfer processes are often business-critical, and even small changes can impact multiple integrations, making validating backward compatibility important. Another area of focus is data validations across environments, where I frequently compare outputs between the QA and staging environments to ensure consistency before production release. The detailed audit logs and reporting features make it easier to trace issues and confirm the expected behavior.

GoAnywhere MFT  acts as a central integration layer that connects multiple systems, applications, and external partners in a secure and automated way. We do not use it just for file transfers; we use it as a bridge between different technologies. GoAnywhere MFT integrates via APIs such as REST and web services. One of the key integration methods is through APIs, as GoAnywhere MFT consumes and triggers REST and SOAP APIs, allowing us to connect systems such as CRMs, ERPs, and third-party services, enabling real-time or near-real-time data exchange. We have leveraged built-in cloud connectors to integrate with external platforms since it supports tools such as Salesforce , SharePoint , Google Drive , and AWS  S3 . These connectors can be configured once and reused across the overall workflow, enabling seamless data movement between on-premises systems and cloud applications. GoAnywhere MFT also integrates with our internal systems, such as our databases for reading and writing data, file servers, network shares, and legacy systems. For example, files received via SFTP can be automatically parsed and inserted into our database. In our setup, it often acts as middleware, handling data transformations into CSV, XML, and JSON formats and ensuring sequencing, such as processing task A first, then task B, and notifying system C afterward. Instead of point-to-point integration, everything flows through GoAnywhere MFT, improving control and maintainability.

There are numerous features that I personally appreciate in GoAnywhere MFT. Workflow automation is probably the strongest feature in GoAnywhere MFT. It allows me to create multi-step workflows with scheduling, triggers, and conditional logic, eliminating the need for manual file handling or custom scripts. From my QA perspective, this is extremely useful because it lets me simulate real-world business scenarios and processes and test end-to-end automation scenarios, validating complex dependencies between the systems. Another feature I appreciate is its strong security and encryption capabilities, which are core strengths of the platform. It supports encryption both in transit and at rest along with secure protocols such as SFTP, FTPS, and HTTPS. This helps me ensure that sensitive data is always protected and that compliance requirements are met, enforcing secure authentication. Additionally, I appreciate centralized file transfer management because it provides a single interface to manage all file transfers, whether internally or externally. This makes it easier for me to monitor workflows and offers better control over file movements, reducing dependency on multiple tools. One more feature that stands out is the scheduler and its event-based trigger system because we can run multiple jobs based on time schedules in daily, hourly, or weekly intervals or events such as file uploads and downloads. This is useful for testing real-time processing, batch workflows, and retry and failure scenarios.

I appreciate the browser-based interface feature because it is a web-based admin interface that allows me to configure workflows, monitor transfers, and manage user permissions. This simplifies access without requiring heavy local installations.

GoAnywhere MFT has impacted my organization positively in several ways, particularly in terms of automation, security, and operational efficiencies. One of the major improvements is the reduction in manual efforts; earlier, file transfers required manual intervention or custom scripts, which were time-consuming and prone to errors. With GoAnywhere MFT, we have been able to automate end-to-end workflows, streamlining processes and reducing dependence on manual handling. This directly improves productivity and minimizes human errors. Another major benefit is enhanced security and compliance, since we deal with sensitive data. Having built-in encryption, secure protocols, and detailed audit logs ensures that file data is always protected. It also helps us meet compliance requirements easily by providing full visibility into file transfers and user activity. We have also seen improvements in centralized management and visibility, as everything is managed through the single platform of GoAnywhere MFT instead of using multiple tools or scripts. This makes it easier to monitor workflows, track failures, and quickly resolve issues, which is especially helpful from a QA and support perspective. In terms of reliability and scalability, the platform handles very large volumes of file transfers efficiently and supports high availability, ensuring that business-critical processes continue without disruption, even during peak loads and minor system issues.

There are a few areas where I think GoAnywhere MFT can be improved. The first one is the user interface and usability because the UI feels somewhat outdated for my team and me and is not very intuitive, especially for new users. Navigating between workflows, jobs, and settings can be confusing. A more modern, streamlined interface would enhance productivity. Better visualization of workflows, such as drag-and-drop and flow diagram functionality, would be very helpful for us. While logging is detailed, the error messages can sometimes lack clarity, as some errors are too generic and require deeper investigation. More descriptive and actionable error messages would speed up the debugging process, and suggestions or recommended fixes within errors would be a significant improvement for us. I have also noticed areas for improvement in performance with large and complex workflows because, in scenarios involving very large files or highly complex workflows, there are occasional delays in file processing. Optimizing performance for high-load scenarios would further enhance reliability. From a QA perspective, this is an area with strong potential; building in testing or simulation tools for processes or workflows would reduce dependence on external setups, and the ability to mock endpoints or simulate failures directly within the platform would be very useful for us. Overall, the platform is very strong in functionality, security, and reliability, but improving usability, debugging experiences, and testing capabilities would make it significantly better, especially for QA and new users.

I have been working in my current field for the last three years.

GoAnywhere MFT handles scalability quite effectively in terms of increasing data volumes and growing integration needs. As our data exchange needs have grown, GoAnywhere MFT has processed large volumes of files without any major performance issues, supporting both high-frequency small file transfers and large batch files while maintaining consistency in scheduled jobs even during peak loads. From a QA perspective, we have tested the workflows under load and found the system to be generally stable. The platform allows us to scale by creating reusable workflows and templates, running multiple jobs in parallel, and separating processes based on business use cases, making it easy to expand without redesigning existing implementations. GoAnywhere MFT supports clustering and load balancing, running across multiple instances for better performance and a failover mechanism to ensure continuity, ensuring that even if one node has issues, file transfers continue without disruptions.

Our overall interaction with GoAnywhere MFT customer support has been generally positive each time, with some room for improvement depending on the situation. One of the biggest strengths is that the support team is technically skilled and knowledgeable; they understand the product well and provide accurate guidance for complex issues, helping us with workflow configuration, integration, and troubleshooting. Support is usually responsive for standard queries, offering step-by-step solutions and professionalism in handling tickets.

I would rate customer support ten out of ten because they are knowledgeable, capable of handling edge case situations, and always ready to help twenty-four seven, responding as quickly as possible.

In our organization, onboarding for new users of GoAnywhere MFT is handled through a mix of structured guidance and hands-on learning since the platform has a moderate learning curve. New users typically start with a basic walk-through of the platform, understanding UI navigation and key components of GoAnywhere MFT. They learn core concepts such as project workflows, connections, and schedulers, which help them become familiar with how the tool fits into our overall system. Documentation and internal guidelines are heavily relied upon, with step-by-step instructions and predefined workflow examples and use cases. We also follow best practices for naming conventions, logging, and error handling. While official documentation can be technical for new users, our internal guides make it more practical and easier to follow. The most effective learning outcomes come from working on real and sample workflows, modifying existing jobs instead of building everything from scratch, and running test cases while observing logs and outputs. This approach helps new users quickly understand how things actually work in production-like scenarios. New users are usually paired with experienced team members who review their workflows and help troubleshoot issues, suggesting better approaches or optimizations. This reduces the learning curve significantly and prevents common mistakes that new users might make.

I currently do not have any fixed numbers in mind, but I can provide a rough idea. Regarding time-saving reduction, we have seen around thirty to fifty percent reduction in manual efforts because before using GoAnywhere MFT, many file transfers were handled manually or through custom scripts. After automation, we have reduced manual intervention by around forty percent, and scheduling and workflow automation have significantly cut down on repetitive tasks. In terms of reduction in errors, we have seen transfer-related errors drop by approximately sixty percent or more, and consistency across environments has improved significantly. We have also experienced faster issue resolution, around fifty percent, as debugging time has reduced by about forty to fifty percent. My QA teams can quickly trace failures and identify root causes. These are a few of the metrics we found after implementing GoAnywhere MFT.

GoAnywhere MFT is a capable and reliable platform, but to get the most value, users need proper planning, good workflow design, strong security practices, and a continuous learning approach. My advice for anyone looking into using GoAnywhere MFT is to invest time in learning the platform early, as GoAnywhere MFT is powerful but not a plug-and-play tool. They must understand that spending time on workflows, projects, and the scheduling process is essential, and they should start with simple use cases before moving to more complex integrations. Hands-on experience makes a significant difference for them and their team. A well-designed workflow structure is critical, so they should consistently use naming conventions, build reusable templates, and avoid overly complex logics in a single workflow. This will make maintenance and scaling much easier in the long run. Since GoAnywhere MFT handles sensitive data, it always enforces encryption and secure protocols. It utilizes role-based access controls and least privileged access, and they must regularly review logs and permissions. I believe that GoAnywhere MFT is already a strong platform for file transfers, and what makes GoAnywhere MFT stand out is its integration of automation, security, and visibility into one platform. From my perspective as a QA professional, these features make it much easier to test, validate, and ensure the stability of complex file transfer processes. I would rate GoAnywhere MFT eight out of ten because it is a very reliable and secure platform with strong automation capabilities, especially for enterprise-level file transfers. The main reason it is not a full nine or ten is because of its user interface, learning curve, and debugging experience, which could see improvement in the future.