VimConf 2017 LT: Visual Studio Code as a casual alternative of vim

VimConf2017_LT.md

Visual Studio Code as a casual alternative of vim

• tsukkee

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Vim is...

As you know, the world most powerful editor!!

But, note that, to use vim efficiently:

• We need to maintain vimrc day by day.
• Or, we need to train our fingers by ourselves.

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Problem

• I had enough time to do that when I was a student, however currently I don't have the time because I need to maintain my family and train my children...
• Also, I cannot suggest vim as a common development environment for my team since I'm only vimmer in my team...

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Solution

use Visual Studio Code + Vim plugin!

• You can use Vim-keybindings!
• Other team members are not forced to use Vim!
• We can configure them easily!

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Does VSCode + Vim plugin has enough functions which Vim has?

You may concern whether you can continue your vim experience even in VSCode + Vim plugin.

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• How about package manager?
  • Yes, it has!
• How about Unkite/Denite/CtrlP like interface?
  • Yes, it has!
• How about Language Server Protocol (LCP) client?
  • Yes, it has! Of course!
• How about :terminal?
  • Yes, it has.
• How about Surround.vim?
  • Yes, it has!
• How about easymotion.vim?
  • Yes, it has!

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Is VSCode's vim plugin stable?

Yes!!!

• VSCode team added API to implement Vim-like keybind when VSCode's 1.0 release and some other commands! Also, VSCode team contributed it 6 times!
• And, now it is registered as featured keymap plugin with others like Emacs's one, Sublime's one and etc.

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What are missing functions?

Flexible window splitting

Maximum only 3 horizontal OR vertical windows...

And, Vim script!

Only highlight .vim files...

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Conclusion

Diversity is importat and get inspired!