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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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INSIGHT

Zed Is Fast And Polished

  • Zed is a new Rust-based editor focused on speed and polished UI that feels ready for prime time.
  • Scott found it fast, beautiful, and increasingly feature-complete compared to earlier pre-plugin builds.
ANECDOTE

Electron Bug Pushed Scott Back To Zed

  • Scott switched back to Zed after macOS/Electron memory leaks made Electron apps unusable on his machine.
  • He reopened Zed and found his previous annoyances solved and many new features added.
INSIGHT

Design Shows Across The Whole App

  • Zed's out-of-the-box UI and theme density feel intentionally designed and visually superior to many competitors.
  • Wes and Scott both praised Zed's default visuals and cohesive design decisions across panes and windows.
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