JIS vs Vimscript

Japan's answer to 'why can't we all just get along?'—a standard so thorough it'll make your ASCII cry meets the language that makes vim powerful, but also the reason you'll need a therapist after debugging it. Here's our take.

JIS

Nice Pick

Japan's answer to 'why can't we all just get along?'—a standard so thorough it'll make your ASCII cry.

Pros

• Ensures consistent Japanese text encoding, preventing garbled characters in software
• Promotes interoperability across Japanese products and services
• Covers a broad range of fields, from manufacturing to IT, enhancing quality and safety

Cons

• Primarily Japan-focused, limiting global relevance outside specific contexts
• Can add complexity for developers unfamiliar with Japanese standards and encodings

Vimscript

The language that makes Vim powerful, but also the reason you'll need a therapist after debugging it.

Pros

• Deep integration with Vim's core features like buffers and modes
• Enables complex automation and custom key mappings
• Widely supported by the Vim plugin ecosystem

Cons

• Syntax can be arcane and inconsistent, making debugging a nightmare
• Limited modern language features compared to alternatives like Lua

The Verdict

Use JIS if: You want ensures consistent japanese text encoding, preventing garbled characters in software and can live with primarily japan-focused, limiting global relevance outside specific contexts.

Use Vimscript if: You prioritize deep integration with vim's core features like buffers and modes over what JIS offers.

The Bottom Line

JIS wins

Japan's answer to 'why can't we all just get along?'—a standard so thorough it'll make your ASCII cry.