Dev Tools · 3h ago
Vim fork removes AI features, sparking developer debate
Drew DeVault announces an AI-free version of Vim, stripping out AI integrations he calls unnecessary. The fork aims to preserve the editor's simplicity and user control. DeVault argues AI features add bloat without improving core editing tasks.
Meridian48 take
This reflects a growing pushback against AI in developer tools, but the impact may be limited to a niche audience.
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