Visual Studio Code Default Editing vs Vim
Developers should learn and use VS Code Default Editing because it provides a robust, out-of-the-box editing experience that is essential for coding in any programming language, reducing setup time and improving workflow efficiency 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.
Visual Studio Code Default Editing
Developers should learn and use VS Code Default Editing because it provides a robust, out-of-the-box editing experience that is essential for coding in any programming language, reducing setup time and improving workflow efficiency
Visual Studio Code Default Editing
Nice PickDevelopers should learn and use VS Code Default Editing because it provides a robust, out-of-the-box editing experience that is essential for coding in any programming language, reducing setup time and improving workflow efficiency
Pros
- +It is particularly useful for beginners to quickly start coding without configuring extensions, and for professionals who need reliable, fast editing tools for tasks like debugging, refactoring, and collaborative work
- +Related to: visual-studio-code, 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 Visual Studio Code Default Editing if: You want it is particularly useful for beginners to quickly start coding without configuring extensions, and for professionals who need reliable, fast editing tools for tasks like debugging, refactoring, and collaborative work 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 Visual Studio Code Default Editing offers.
Developers should learn and use VS Code Default Editing because it provides a robust, out-of-the-box editing experience that is essential for coding in any programming language, reducing setup time and improving workflow efficiency
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