Zed
High-performance collaborative code editor with built-in AI assistance and multiplayer editing.
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Overview
Zed is a next-generation code editor built from scratch in Rust for maximum performance. It includes built-in AI assistance through its Assistant Panel, which supports multiple AI providers. Zed stands out for its real-time collaboration features, making it ideal for pair programming with AI or human teammates. For PMs who value speed and want a clean, distraction-free coding environment, Zed offers a refreshingly fast experience.
Key Features
- Built in Rust for blazing-fast performance
- AI Assistant Panel with multi-model support
- Real-time multiplayer collaboration
- Inline code transformations
- Minimal, focused UI design
- Open source and community-driven
Prompt Tips for Zed
- Use the Assistant Panel for longer conversations about architecture and features
- Leverage inline transformations for quick code edits
- Share your Zed session for collaborative AI-assisted prototyping
- Provide file context by selecting code before prompting
- Use the /file slash command to include file contents in prompts
Getting Started
- 1Download Zed from zed.dev
- 2Configure your preferred AI provider in settings
- 3Open the Assistant Panel (Cmd+?) for AI chat
- 4Select code and use inline transformations for targeted edits
- 5Invite collaborators for real-time pair programming