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948: Zed is Ready For Primetime

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Oct 22, 2025
Discover the cutting-edge features of Zed, the new editor built in Rust, and why it's gaining traction. The hosts explore its impressive speed and clean UI, and delve into the fresh extensions marketplace. Listen in on discussions about Zed's Git UI and real-time collaboration capabilities that enhance remote teamwork. They also tackle Zed's built-in AI tools and how it compares to VS Code. Plus, find out what features are still missing and share in their fun recommendations for kitchen gear and lifestyle upgrades!
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ADVICE

Prefer Tasks When Extensions Lack JavaScript

  • If you need custom tooling, check which extension types Zed supports (Rust for debugger extensions).
  • Consider writing tasks or small commands in the task system when JavaScript-based extensions aren't available.
INSIGHT

First-Class Git Experience

  • Zed's Git UI and diff experience are polished and comparable to VS Code, making in-editor Git workflows comfortable.
  • Scott values having commits, staging, and hunk navigation inside the editor instead of switching to a terminal.
INSIGHT

Cleaner Problems And Diagnostic View

  • The Problems/diagnostics UI is cleaner and more usable than VS Code's bottom panel.
  • Zed lists issues file-by-file and offers quick navigation to fix diagnostics.
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