How I use Kate editor

a year ago

Kate Editor is a versatile text editor used for programming projects, with a history of about 20 years.
Key settings and plugins enhance workflow, including Build & Run, Git Blame, LSP Client, and Terminal.
Views can be split into sections, saved per session for different project needs.
Language Server Protocol (LSP) and Debug Adapter Protocol (DAP) support advanced coding and debugging.
Customizable shortcuts, path settings, and sessions improve productivity and organization.
Colorschemes are customizable, supporting both ready-made and completely new themes.
Quick file switching and action search streamline navigation and command execution.
Build and Run plugin acts as a command runner, supporting complex project builds.
Git integration allows for diffing, staging, and committing directly from the editor.
Snippets support dynamic content generation with JavaScript for boilerplate code.
Kate's out-of-the-box features and simplicity, without reliance on extensions, are highly valued.
Comparison with VSCode highlights Kate's advantages in avoiding proprietary extensions and bloat.
Community and maintainers contribute to a positive experience, encouraging contributions and feedback.

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