Modern Vim

Vim has evolved. Neovim is a hyperextensible Vim-based text editor that has revolutionized the ecosystem with first-class Lua support, built-in LSP, and asynchronous plugin architecture.

In this module, we will transition from legacy Vimscript to a modern, high-performance Lua-based configuration. You will learn how to build a personalized IDE-like experience that rivals VS Code in features while retaining Vim’s legendary speed and efficiency.

Module Contents

1. Neovim Basics

Understand the architectural shift from Vim to Neovim. Learn the basics of Lua configuration (init.lua), bridge the gap between Vimscript and Lua, and explore the power of the Neovim API.

2. LSP Integration

Unlock IDE features like Go-to-Definition, Autocompletion, and Diagnostics using Neovim’s built-in Language Server Protocol (LSP) client. We’ll configure servers, set up autocompletion with nvim-cmp, and understand the client-server communication model.

3. Plugin Ecosystem

Master package management with lazy.nvim. Learn how to structure your configuration for performance, lazy-load plugins to keep startup times under 50ms, and configure essential plugins like Telescope and Treesitter.

Module Review

Review the key concepts of Modern Vim. Test your knowledge with interactive flashcards and grab a quick reference cheat sheet for Lua APIs and LSP commands.

Module Chapters