The [`HfApi`] class was developed to provide an alternative to local git repositories, which
can be cumbersome to maintain, especially when dealing with large models or datasets. The
[`HfApi`] class offers the same functionality as git-based approaches, such as downloading
and pushing files and creating branches and tags, but without the need for a local folder
that needs to be kept in sync.  
In addition to the functionalities already provided by `git`, the [`HfApi`] class offers
additional features, such as the ability to manage repos, download files using caching for
efficient reuse, search the Hub for repos and metadata, access community features such as
discussions, PRs, and comments, and configure Spaces hardware and secrets.