Why I Love Using Vim To Write Code

In the diverse world of source code editors from Sublime Text to Visual Studio Code, Vim seems like a loser with a word-only interface and a shadow-free graphic world. But for me - and a lot of other old-fashioned coders - Vim is not just a tool, it's an indispensable companion in every project.

Speed and efficiency are unrivalled

I love Vim for his gentleness and agility. Vim doesn't get bothered by the bulky GUI, it starts in shutdowns and is ready for work in seconds, even on low-configuration machines. While the other IDEs are "thinking," Vim's done the job.

High Efficiency Vim optimized design for working efficiency

That feels most clearly when I move back and forth between lines of code with no tired operation, no leaving my hands from the keyboard. When you master the shortcuts, commands like :wq to save and close or ggVG to select the entire text become natural reflections, as fast as cutting.

Custom to Infinite

Vim allows maximum customization through the .vimrc file. You can install plugins, customize themes, set up macros to automate tasks, and even deploy an integrated development environment (IDE) right in Vim.

Keyboard Master

Vim makes you a keyboard artist. Search and replace, insert and delete, move between windows and tabs... It's all under my fingertips. It's been so many times I've made my colleagues get upset when they see their hands.

Writing Code Without Mouse - Strange But Interesting

In fact, not using a mouse while coding on Vim has its good. I feel a boost in my concentration, avoiding the distraction that a click of a mouse can bring. Avoiding that interruption, my workflow became smooth.

In conclusion, Vim is a long and continuously expanding adventure. If you're ready to step in, you'll start to see the beauty of writing code with a tool that can make a difference not only in the work-flow, but also in the way you think about the command code.

Vim is a proof that a good tool can survive through the centuries of technology, and I believe that if you try it, you will slowly love it, as many other developers have done.