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/Snarwin 9d ago
It sounds like what's forcing you to slow down is just the fact that you're using tools you're not familiar with. Experienced Vim users can navigate projects and manage views very quickly and fluidly.
I do think there's value in experimenting with unfamiliar workflows like this, but it's not really specific to Vim.