Developer Tools
Helix
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A post-modern modal terminal editor with built-in language servers and tree-sitter.
What you get
Open source
Anyone can read, modify, and redistribute the code.
Free software (FSF-approved)
Open source under a license the Free Software Foundation recognizes, with no use restrictions.
Free version available
There's a meaningful free version you can use indefinitely without paying.
No subscription required
The core software doesn't need a recurring payment to keep working.
No tracking
The app doesn't send your usage, analytics, or behavior back to the company.
No account needed
Use it without signing up or giving them your email.
Has a command-line tool
Comes with an official command-line interface for scripting and power users.
Works offline
You can use the main features without an internet connection.
Technical detailsexpand
brew:helixcargo:helix-termNo maintainer declared.
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