Expert system shells

Expert system shells are foundational software platforms designed to help developers create specialized decision-making tools called expert systems. They provide the necessary structure, knowledge base, and inference engine needed to simulate human expertise in specific areas, such as medical diagnosis or troubleshooting. Think of them as customizable frameworks that you can tailor with specific rules and data to build systems capable of mimicking expert judgment. They save time by providing a ready-made environment where domain-specific knowledge can be integrated, making it easier to develop applications that aid decision-making without starting from scratch.