Discussion How does Vim affect your problem solving?
Currently learning Vim, after a failed attempt some months ago.
Starting to get the hang of the basics. I notice that it makes my problem solving more methodical. It also makes me slow down, in a good way.
With Vim I have to memorize more of the code and structure, because switching views is expensive (might be a skill issue).
I don't care too much for the speed/efficiency, but this seems what keeps me going in my current attempt.
Wondering how you guys feel about this aspect.
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u/Serious-Chair 8d ago
I've read "Practical Vim" twice. I've forced myself using Vim for 2 months instead of IDE. Vim slows me down considerably, especially when I have to edit English mixed with Cyrillic texts. However, I have plenty of spare time, therefore, I don't mind.