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For someone just starting to program, would you recommend using vim/emacs, or should you use some IDE? Like are vim/emacs better suited for more advanced users than for beginners? I'm just wondering because I'm trying to get some of my friends to program.
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> Is learning emacs worth it? Yes. Especially now that you know vim. Using evil mode, in combination with leader keys (see Doom Emacs or Spacemacs) resolves the RSI issues that have caused emacs users so much trouble in the past.
No, it is not. If you're a beginner - try to use an IDE for your language. You should spend your time learning how to write robust and strong code. And don't waste your time on tools like that.
Emacs tends to be relatively straightforward, similar to commonly used text editors like Notepad. On the other hand, Vim is a power-user's tool, using keyboard shortcuts to speed up tasks. Vim is known to have a much steeper learning curve than Emacs.
Emacs is easier to learn since it has a more natural interface (for users familiar with GUI-based text editors). Since Vim has different editing modes, beginners find it a little harder to learn.
If they're just starting programming, I'd not recommend VIM to begin with.
Note. I'm a VIM fan, and I run my IDEs with VIM plugins, so I have nothing against VIM as such.
I note in your comments you're looking at teaching them Java. BlueJ is a Java IDE geared towards learning Java, and may be a useful introductory tool.
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