vim

Vim is a powerful command-line text editor commonly used in Unix-like operating systems.

It stands for "Vi Improved" and is an enhanced version of the original Vi editor, released in 1976.

Vim provides a wide range of features, including syntax highlighting, code folding, auto-completion, and support for hundreds of programming languages.

It has a modal editing philosophy, which means that it has different modes for editing, navigating, and executing commands. The two main modes are the command mode and the insert mode.

In command mode, you can execute various commands for saving, copying, pasting, searching, and replacing text. In insert mode, you can directly enter and edit text.

Vim allows extensive customizations through its configuration file, called .vimrc. You can define your own key mappings, install plugins, and customize every aspect of the editor according to your needs.

It supports split windows, allowing you to view and edit multiple files simultaneously.

Vim has a steep learning curve due to its powerful features and unique editing philosophy. However, once mastered, it can significantly enhance productivity and efficiency.

It has a large and active community that provides support, tutorials, and a vast collection of plugins, making it highly extensible and adaptable to different workflows.

Vim is lightweight, fast, and can be run from the terminal, making it ideal for remote editing and programming tasks.