IDE Vim Configuration

A collection of Vim configurations for modern IDEs, specifically optimized for .NET development workflows. These configurations bring the power and efficiency of Vim modal editing to your .NET development environment.

Overview

This repository contains Vim configurations that integrate seamlessly with popular .NET development IDEs while maintaining the ergonomic and efficient editing experience that makes Vim so powerful. Each configuration is tailored to leverage .NET-specific features and development workflows.

Supported IDEs

🖥️ Visual Studio Code

Location: vscode/
Plugin: VSCodeVim

VSCode configuration optimized for .NET development featuring:

• Space-based leader key mappings for ergonomic access
• Seamless integration with C# Dev Kit and .NET tools
• Auto-centering navigation for better visibility
• Testing workflow shortcuts for .NET projects
• Build and debug integration

Key Features:

• Quick mode switching with jk
• Integrated error navigation
• Code formatting and refactoring shortcuts
• .NET solution management via leader key

🏗️ JetBrains Rider

Location: rider/
Plugin: IdeaVim

The primary .NET development configuration optimized for Rider's capabilities:

• ReSharper-powered navigation and refactoring
• Comprehensive unit testing workflow (xUnit, NUnit, MSTest)
• NuGet package management integration
• Solution-wide build and analysis tools
• Method-to-method navigation shortcuts
• Live template insertion for .NET patterns

Key Features:

• ReSharper-enhanced code navigation
• Extensive testing shortcuts (<leader>t*)
• Smart code movement and refactoring
• Built-in VCS integration for .NET projects

.NET Development Focus

These configurations are specifically designed for .NET development workflows:

🎯 Ergonomic .NET Coding

• Space Leader Key: Easy access to .NET-specific commands
• Testing Integration: Quick access to unit test running and debugging
• Solution Management: Efficient navigation of .NET solutions and projects

🔧 IDE Integration

• ReSharper Power: Leverage ReSharper's advanced .NET analysis and refactoring
• NuGet Management: Seamless package management workflows
• Build Integration: Quick access to solution building and debugging

⚡ Productivity Focus

• Quick Testing: Fast test execution and debugging workflows
• Smart Navigation: Method-to-method and class-to-class navigation
• Refactoring Support: Easy access to .NET-specific refactoring operations

Quick Start

Prerequisites

1. Install the appropriate Vim plugin for your IDE
2. Choose the configuration directory for your IDE
3. Follow the specific installation instructions in each IDE's README

Installation Steps

1. Clone this repository:

   git clone https://github.com/qkhaipham/ide-vim-configuration.git
   cd ide-vim-configuration

2. Navigate to your IDE's configuration directory:

   # For VSCode
   cd vscode
   
   # For Rider
   cd rider

3. Follow the installation instructions in the respective README.md file

Configuration Structure

ide-vim-configuration/
├── README.md                 # This file
├── vscode/
│   ├── README.md            # VSCode-specific documentation
│   └── settings.json        # VSCode Vim configuration
└── rider/
    ├── README.md            # Rider-specific documentation
    └── .ideavimrc           # IdeaVim configuration

Key Binding Highlights

Universal Mappings

These key bindings work consistently across all configurations:

Keys	Action	Description
jk	Exit Insert Mode	Quick escape from insert mode
<Space>	Leader Key	Access to custom command mappings
<C-hjkl>	Navigation	Arrow key navigation with Ctrl
<leader>/	Toggle Comment	Comment/uncomment lines
<leader>f	Format/File	Format document or open file (context-dependent)
<leader>r	Rename	Rename symbol under cursor
<leader>d	Duplicate	Duplicate current line

IDE-Specific Power Features

VSCode Specialties

• <leader>p - Quick open file
• <leader>c - Command palette
• <leader>i - Inline chat (AI integration)
• s* combinations for sidebar navigation

Rider Specialties

• <leader>tr/td/ta - Test run/debug/all (.NET test frameworks)
• <leader>na - NuGet package actions
• <leader>rr - ReSharper refactoring menu
• [] - Method navigation in .NET classes

Customization

Each configuration is designed to be easily customizable:

1. Leader Key: Change from space to your preferred key
2. Key Mappings: Modify any key binding to match your workflow
3. IDE Actions: Replace mapped actions with different IDE commands
4. Testing Frameworks: Adapt test shortcuts for your preferred .NET testing framework

Support

For questions or issues:

• GitHub Issues: Open an issue in this repository
• Documentation: Check the README files in each IDE directory

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Happy .NET Development with Vim! 🚀