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I still like Sublime Text (ohdoylerules.com)

1184 points by james2doyle · 552 days ago · 602 comments on HN

Article summary

The article discusses why the author still uses Sublime Text in 2025, despite the availability of other editors. The author highlights Sublime's speed, LSP support, snippet system, and project workspaces as key features. The author also mentions that Sublime has been regularly updated with minor tweaks and fixes. The article aims to showcase the benefits of using Sublime Text, even after 15 years of its initial release.

Main themes

  • Sublime Text features
  • Editor comparison
  • LSP support
  • Snippet system
  • Project workspaces
  • Software pricing

What commenters say

  • Sublime Text's speed and performance make it a better choice for opening large files compared to other editors.
  • The cost of Sublime Text is justified by its value and the time it saves for developers, making it a worthwhile investment.
  • Some developers prefer Sublime Text over other editors like VS Code due to its unique features and customization options.
  • The pricing of Sublime Text is too high, especially for multiple licenses, and there are free alternatives available that offer similar functionality.
  • The need for multiple LSP servers per file is a valuable feature in Sublime Text, even if VS Code is considered the LSP king.
  • The experience of using LSP in Sublime Text is better than in VS Code, despite VS Code being the originator of the technology.
  • Paying for software like Sublime Text is a bargain compared to spending money on other luxuries, and it is a necessary tool for many developers.
  • The free equivalent of meeting up with friends or developers is not the same as using a free software alternative, which can affect perceptions of software pricing.