GNU Emacs vs Vim
Developers should learn GNU Emacs when they need a highly flexible and programmable editor for complex text manipulation, coding in multiple languages, or integrating diverse tools into a single environment meets developers should learn vim for its speed and efficiency in editing code without relying on a mouse, making it ideal for remote server work, terminal-based workflows, and repetitive editing tasks. Here's our take.
GNU Emacs
Developers should learn GNU Emacs when they need a highly flexible and programmable editor for complex text manipulation, coding in multiple languages, or integrating diverse tools into a single environment
GNU Emacs
Nice PickDevelopers should learn GNU Emacs when they need a highly flexible and programmable editor for complex text manipulation, coding in multiple languages, or integrating diverse tools into a single environment
Pros
- +It is particularly valuable for tasks requiring automation, such as batch editing, or for users who prefer a keyboard-centric workflow to boost productivity in software development, system administration, or academic writing
- +Related to: emacs-lisp, text-editing
Cons
- -Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case
Vim
Developers should learn Vim for its speed and efficiency in editing code without relying on a mouse, making it ideal for remote server work, terminal-based workflows, and repetitive editing tasks
Pros
- +It is especially valuable in environments where GUI editors are unavailable or for users who prioritize keyboard shortcuts and customization to boost productivity
- +Related to: vimscript, neovim
Cons
- -Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case
The Verdict
Use GNU Emacs if: You want it is particularly valuable for tasks requiring automation, such as batch editing, or for users who prefer a keyboard-centric workflow to boost productivity in software development, system administration, or academic writing and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.
Use Vim if: You prioritize it is especially valuable in environments where gui editors are unavailable or for users who prioritize keyboard shortcuts and customization to boost productivity over what GNU Emacs offers.
Developers should learn GNU Emacs when they need a highly flexible and programmable editor for complex text manipulation, coding in multiple languages, or integrating diverse tools into a single environment
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