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Discover the power and performance of Zed, the high-speed, multiplayer code editor from the creators of Atom and Tree-sitter. Stay updated with the latest features, tips, and best practices to optimize your coding experience with Zed.

Illustration of Explore Zed AI: AI-assisted coding by Anthropic's Claude

Zed introduces powerful AI-assisted coding, seamlessly integrating Anthropic's Claude for enhanced text manipulation. Discover Zed AI's features and the innovative Fast Edit Mode, offering lightning-fast code refactoring and editing.

Illustration of Introducing REPL Support in Zed for Interactive Computing

Explore Zed's latest feature: a Jupyter Powered REPL for running code, visualizing data, and iterating right in your editor.

Illustration of Zed Code Editor Launches Official Linux Build

Download the stable Linux version of Zed, an open-source code editor built in Rust with a GPU-accelerated renderer, to boost your software development speed.

Illustration of Demystifying Text Coordinate Systems in Zed's Codebase

Explore the various text coordinate systems in Zed's codebase, from Points to Offsets to UTF-16 counterparts, DisplayPoints, and Anchors.

Illustration of Unpacking Zed's Decision: To Embed Neovim or Not?

Exploring Zed's approach to Vim mode and the decision not to embed Neovim. Discover why Zed chose to build a Vim mode internally instead of embedding Neovim and the intricate details of their Vim implementation.

Illustration of Enhance Code Execution with Zed Tasks Using Tree-Sitter Technology

Discover how to improve code execution within Zed by utilizing Zed Tasks integrated with Tree-Sitter technology as explained in the Zed Decoded blog post.

Illustration of Developing Zed for Linux: A Dive into the Challenges and Solutions

From Zed Blog: Learn about the progress of Zed's Linux version development, the challenges faced, and the community efforts to bring it to life. Dive into the technical intricacies of supporting Linux platforms and the solution involving Blade for GPU rendering.

Illustration of Resolving a Performance Issue in Zed's Git Blame Feature

A detailed account from Zed's blog on diagnosing and fixing a severe performance problem related to the git blame feature, leading to unexpected beachballs and system hangs.

Illustration of Master Text Manipulation in Zed: A Hands-On Guide

Discover the art of text manipulation in Zed through practical exercises and learn essential commands for navigating, selecting, and transforming text.

Illustration of Exploring Zed's Data Structures: Rope & SumTree Decoded

Discover Zed's innovative use of data structures with a focus on Rope and SumTree as explained by Zed's founders Nathan, Max, and Antonio in this Zed Decoded blog post and companion video.

Illustration of Enhancing Language Support in Zed with Extensibility (Part 1)

Dive into how Zed has made its code editor extensible by focusing on enhancing language support using Tree-sitter and the Language Server Protocol, providing insights into the challenges faced and the solutions found.

Illustration of Exploring Async Rust Usage in Zed Decoded: A Deep Dive into Building High-Performance macOS Applications

Discover how Zed leverages async Rust to enhance responsiveness and performance on macOS in this Zed Decoded episode. Dive into real code examples and understand why choosing the right runtime is crucial for building a native application.

Illustration of Developing a Text Editor in the Era of AI

Discover how the co-founders of Zed integrate AI into their text editor, exploring their journey with AI, its current applications, and the implications for the future of programming.

Illustration of Exploring the Product Philosophy and Features of Zed: A Balancing Act Between Editors and IDEs

Thorsten delves into a conversation with Zed's co-founders Nathan, Max, and Antonio as they discuss the fine line between editors and IDEs and where Zed positions itself, leaning towards simplicity, speed, and power in text editing.

Illustration of Enhancing Collaboration in Software Development with Zed Co-founders

Discover insights from Zed co-founders Nathan, Max, and Antonio as they share thoughts on collaboration in software teams, exploring the challenges in current tools and detailing their vision for seamless and integrated collaborative workflows.

Illustration of Unveiling Zed's Technological Evolution from Atom to Rust and GPUs

Exploring the journey and profound technological shifts from Atom and Electron to Rust and GPU acceleration with Zed's co-founders' insights.

Illustration of Optimizing Metal Pipeline for Smooth 120 FPS in GPUI

Learn how Zed optimized its metal pipeline to maintain a smooth 120 FPS in GPUI by addressing issues with direct vs. composited mode rendering, frame synchronization, instance buffers, ProMotion, and CADisplayLink.

Illustration of Customize Your Zed Preview Themes with Ease

Get a sneak peek into the latest Zed Preview release allowing you to personalize your Zed experience with your own themes effortlessly.

Illustration of Understanding Ownership and Data Flow in GPUI

Learn how the unique ownership system in Rust influenced the development of Zed's custom-built UI framework, GPUI, and how data flow is managed in the application.

Illustration of Zed Goes Open Source: Welcome to a New Era of Software Collaboration

Discover the motivations behind Zed's transition to open source, the benefits of this change, and the exciting Fireside Hacks initiative to connect with developers worldwide.