diff --git a/tech_docs/vim_reference.md b/tech_docs/vim_reference.md index b2d111a..40f5619 100644 --- a/tech_docs/vim_reference.md +++ b/tech_docs/vim_reference.md @@ -1,3 +1,99 @@ +Based on the VIM guides and reference material you have provided, I can help you create a structured "Zero to Hero" outline for learning VIM effectively. Here's a suggested outline: + +```markdown +# VIM: Zero to Hero + +## I. Introduction to VIM + A. What is VIM? + B. Why use VIM? + C. VIM's Modal Editing Philosophy + +## II. Getting Started with VIM + A. Installing VIM + B. Opening and Closing Files + C. Basic Navigation + 1. Arrow Keys vs. hjkl + 2. Word and Line Movements + 3. Document Navigation + D. Modes in VIM + 1. Normal Mode + 2. Insert Mode + 3. Visual Mode + 4. Command-line Mode + +## III. Mastering the Basics + A. Editing Text + 1. Inserting and Appending Text + 2. Deleting, Changing, and Yanking (Copying) + B. Searching and Replacing + 1. Basic Search + 2. Find and Replace + C. Using the Clipboard + 1. Copying and Pasting Lines + 2. Copying and Pasting Words + D. Undo and Redo + +## IV. Leveraging the Power of VIM + A. Text Objects and Motions + 1. Word and WORD Text Objects + 2. Sentence and Paragraph Text Objects + 3. Code Block Text Objects + 4. Combining Text Objects with Motions + B. Visual Mode and Text Selection + 1. Character-wise Visual Mode + 2. Line-wise Visual Mode + 3. Block-wise Visual Mode + 4. Operating on Selected Text + C. Ex Commands + 1. Opening and Saving Files + 2. Line Manipulation + 3. Searching and Replacing + 4. Filtering and Executing External Commands + 5. Managing Multiple Files + 6. Setting Options + D. Marks and Jumps + 1. Setting and Jumping to Marks + 2. Using the Jumplist + E. Registers + 1. Unnamed Register + 2. Named Registers + 3. System Clipboard Register + 4. Read-Only Registers + +## V. Customizing VIM + A. The .vimrc File + B. Basic Settings + C. Key Mappings + D. Plugins + 1. Plugin Managers + 2. Essential Plugins + E. Color Schemes + +## VI. Useful Tips and Tricks + A. Macros + B. Abbreviations + C. Folding + D. Spell Checking + E. Indenting and Formatting Code + +## VII. Integrating VIM with Other Tools + A. VIM as an IDE + B. VIM and Version Control Systems + C. VIM and Terminal Multiplexers (tmux) + D. VIM and Window Managers (i3) + +## VIII. Conclusion + A. Embracing the VIM Philosophy + B. Continuous Learning and Improvement + C. VIM Resources and Community +``` + +This outline provides a structured path for learning VIM, starting from the basics and gradually progressing to more advanced topics. It covers the essential concepts, commands, and techniques you need to master VIM, including navigation, editing, visual mode, text objects, Ex commands, customization, and integration with other tools. + +Feel free to adjust the outline based on your specific needs and learning goals. Remember to practice regularly and refer to the VIM documentation (`:help`) for more in-depth information on each topic. + +--- + Vim (Vi IMproved) is an enhanced version of the original Vi (Visual) editor. While Vim and Vi share many similarities, Vim offers a wide range of additional features and improvements that make it more powerful and user-friendly. Most of the basic concepts and commands that I mentioned earlier are applicable to both Vim and Vi. However, Vim extends and builds upon Vi's functionality. Here are some key differences between Vim and Vi: