Longevity of Recommended Packages

The discussion revolves around the potential longevity of recommended packages, suggesting that if no new packages are added, the existing ones could sustain recommendations for up to 26 years. However, there is concern about a recent script that attempted to remove a significant percentage of these packages, raising questions about the future viability of the recommendations. This highlights the importance of maintaining a robust package library and ensures that the selection does not dwindle unexpectedly. The conversation poses probing questions about the outcomes of such changes and the strategies to handle the package ecosystem moving forward.