DEV·2yOn Learning Vim
The author describes their journey of overcoming fear and frustration to learn Vim, moving from VS Code to using Vim keybindings. Initially challenging, the experience improved with persistence, leading to efficient navigation using Vim. They now use Neovim for a personal Go CLI project while avoiding extensive customization, focusing on efficiency with minimal plugins.
matklad·2yA Missing IDE Feature
The post suggests a new feature for IDEs: folding method bodies by default. This feature would significantly enhance code readability by collapsing less important code (method bodies) and highlighting critical parts (function signatures). The author calls on contributors to editors like VS Code, Neovim, and others to implement this feature using modern tools like Tree-sitter and language servers, making it easier than it was in the past. The author has actively contributed towards making this feature possible but urges further community action to see it fully realized.
Community Picks·2yAn Ode To Vim
A personal recount of how using Vim, specifically Neovim, during university kickstarted a programming career. Despite initial resistance, the author describes how learning Vim fundamentally enhanced their programming skills and familiarity with the command line, contributing significantly to their development as a programmer. The post highlights the gradual and natural learning process associated with mastering Vim and the broader Unix environment.