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Lex Fridman Cast

03/23/25

@ Lex Fridman

Using an efficient text editor like Emacs can bring a sense of freedom and joy in programming, allowing for faster editing and navigation.

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ThePrimeagen: Programming, AI, ADHD, Productivity, Addiction, and God | Lex Fridman Podcast #461

@ Lex Fridman

ThePrimeagen: Programming, AI, ADHD, Productivity, Addiction, and God | Lex Fridman Podcast #461

03/23/25

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Michael Paulson

03/23/25

@ Lex Fridman

The learning curve of editors like Vim or Emacs encourages programmers to master their tools, which can lead to greater efficiency in coding.

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Michael Paulson

03/23/25

@ Lex Fridman

Vim motions provide a superior way to edit text quickly and efficiently, allowing for faster programming without leaving the keyboard.

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Lex Fridman Cast

03/23/25

@ Lex Fridman

I feel like I would be stuck in a comfort zone if I only used Emacs and didn't explore other editors like NeoVim.

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Michael Paulson

03/23/25

@ Lex Fridman

Using keyboard shortcuts to navigate my programming environment allows me to work more efficiently without losing focus.

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Lex Fridman Cast

03/23/25

@ Lex Fridman

Switching to VS Code was a decision based on the expectation of accelerated feature development compared to NeoVim or Emacs.

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Lex Fridman Cast

03/23/25

@ Lex Fridman

Learning new editors can be painful, but it's important to adapt to new technologies to avoid stagnation in your skills.

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Y Combinator Cast

09/22/23

@ Y Combinator

AI tools can help me code faster by allowing me to describe changes I want, like implementing a dark mode, and they will edit the code accordingly.

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Fouad Matin

04/16/25

@ OpenAI

As a developer, you can use Codex CLI to understand code and make specific edits seamlessly, enhancing your coding experience.

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Tom Blomfield

04/25/25

@ Y Combinator

If you have some coding experience, jump straight into tools like Windsurf, Cursor, or Claude Code to start building your projects effectively.