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As developers, we’re constantly seeking ways to improve our productivity and efficiency. One of the most popular code editors, VS Code, has become the de facto standard for many developers. However, its reliance on Electron and JavaScript can lead to performance issues, particularly with larger codebases. The emergence of AI-powered code editors has offered a promising solution, with Cursor being a notable example. However, its cost and limitations have sparked a search for alternative solutions that prioritize performance. In this article, we’ll explore a cutting-edge AI-powered code editor alternative to VS Code and Cursor that’s built with performance in mind: Zed AI.
Introducing Zed AI
Zed AI is a cutting-edge code editor developed by the creators of Atom editor. Built on the Electron framework, Zed can run seamlessly on Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms. What sets Zed apart is its open-source design, crafted with Rust and leveraging the power of the GPU. This innovative approach enables Zed to deliver a lightning-fast and reliable coding experience, even with massive codebases.
Zed’s architecture is built upon the GPI framework, which revolutionizes the way windows are rendered by restoring the entire window on the GPU, similar to how 3D games are built. By harnessing the GPU’s…