2025-05-01 –, Inspiration A/B (track sponsored by Aikido Security)
Despite being over 30 years old, Vim remains one of the most powerful and efficient text editors available today. In an age dominated by containerization, cloud computing, and IDE-heavy workflows, Vim’s lightweight nature, speed, and portability make it an indispensable tool for developers, sysadmins, and DevOps engineers alike. This talk will explore why Vim continues to be relevant, how it integrates with modern development practices, and why mastering it can still be a game-changer in a containerized world.
Vim’s Efficiency and Modal Editing
Why Vim’s modal system is faster than traditional text editors.
How muscle memory and key bindings increase productivity over time.
Vim’s Lightweight Nature
Unlike heavy IDEs, Vim runs efficiently on minimal resources.
Perfect for remote SSH sessions, lightweight containers, and embedded systems.
Vim and Containers
Why full-featured IDEs aren’t always practical in ephemeral containers.
Vim as a default editor in most Linux distributions, making it ideal for debugging and modifying configs inside containers.
Using Vim efficiently within Docker and Kubernetes workflows.
Extensibility and Adaptability
Plugin ecosystem allows Vim to be customized for modern languages and workflows.
Integration with LSP (Language Server Protocol) for modern development.
Long-Term Viability
Vim’s longevity in a rapidly changing tech landscape.
How Vim skills translate across different environments and job roles.
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