Vim Classic 8.3 Released
11 hours ago
- #Text Editor
- #Open Source
- #Vim
- Vim Classic 8.3.0 released as a stable, long-term support fork of Vim without generative AI tools.
- Based on Vim 8.2.0148 with bug fixes and patches backported from future versions, avoiding Vim9 script for reduced maintenance.
- Includes security patches for CVEs from versions 8.2 to modern Vim, but may have overlooked some bugs, so advised for early adopters comfortable with potential security risks.
- Not all patches since Vim 8.2.0148 evaluated, so some bugs might reappear; user assistance in identifying and backporting fixes appreciated.
- Vim Classic is charityware, supporting children in need in Uganda, and encourages donations when switching from Vim.
- Download available from SourceHut with PGP signatures, and subscribe to vim-classic-announce for updates.