Zed - Collaborative coding with AI

Zed is a high-performance code editor built for collaboration, featuring real-time editing, AI assistance, and lightning-fast performance. Developed by the creators of Atom and Tree-sitter, Zed combines the speed of native applications with modern collaborative features and intelligent AI coding assistance.

The editor focuses on providing a seamless collaborative coding experience where multiple developers can work together in real-time while benefiting from advanced AI features that enhance productivity and code quality. Its architecture is designed from the ground up for speed and responsiveness.

What Makes Zed Different

Zed’s collaborative AI approach includes:

• Real-time collaborative editing with multiple cursors and selections
• Integrated AI coding assistant for code completion and generation
• Native performance with sub-millisecond keystroke latency
• Built-in voice and text chat for seamless team communication
• Advanced syntax highlighting powered by Tree-sitter
• GPU-accelerated rendering for smooth scrolling and editing

Development teams choose Zed when they need a fast, collaborative editor that combines the best of traditional IDEs with modern AI assistance and real-time collaboration features.

Key Features

• Real-time collaboration - Work together with team members in the same codebase simultaneously • AI code assistance - Intelligent code completion, generation, and refactoring suggestions • Lightning-fast performance - Native Rust-based architecture for maximum speed • Voice and text chat - Built-in communication tools for seamless team coordination • Multi-language support - Comprehensive language support with Tree-sitter parsing • Git integration - Advanced version control features and conflict resolution • Extensible plugin system - Customize and extend functionality with community plugins • Cross-platform compatibility - Available on Mac, Linux, and Windows

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Exceptional performance with native-level speed • Innovative real-time collaboration features • Seamless integration of AI coding assistance • Modern, clean user interface and user experience • Strong focus on developer productivity and workflow • Active development and regular feature updates

Cons

• Relatively new editor with smaller ecosystem compared to established IDEs • Limited advanced debugging features compared to full IDEs • Fewer third-party extensions and plugins available • Learning curve for teams transitioning from other editors • Some enterprise features may still be in development • Collaboration features require account setup and internet connection

Get Started with Zed

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