What is Atom?
Atom is a feature-packed text and source code editor that runs on Electron framework. Originally developed by GitHub, it is free and open source software available for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
Some of the notable features of Atom include:
- Extensive plugin ecosystem - Over 6,000 open-source plugins that add new features and functionality
- Customizable interface - Ability to customize themes, keybindings, behaviors through CSS and JavaScript
- Built-in package manager - Easily search, install and manage plugins/themes without leaving the editor
- Smart autocomplete - Intelligent autocomplete suggestions powered by the language server protocol
- Split screen editing - Edit files side-by-side by splitting the editor pane
- Remote file editing - Ability to open and edit files on remote servers from the comfort of the editor
- Git and GitHub integration - Commit, push, pull and resolve merge conflicts without leaving Atom
With its constant updates and focus on performance and stability, Atom has established itself as one of the most preferred code editors for web developers. The vibrant open-source community also ensures availability of plugins and themes for almost any requirement.