Question 1

How do I migrate my projects from another editor to Atom project manager?

Accepted Answer

You'll need to manually create project.cson files for each project by copying paths and settings, as there's no built-in import tool. Start by saving projects via the command palette and editing the CSON to match your previous configurations.

Question 2

Project manager vs the built-in Atom project switcher: which is better?

Accepted Answer

Project manager offers more features like project-specific settings, templates, and local configuration files, while Atom's built-in switcher is simpler but less customizable. Choose Project Manager if you need detailed environment control across projects.

Question 3

How to backup my project settings in Atom project manager?

Accepted Answer

Backup the projects.cson file (typically in ~/.atom/projects.cson) or individual project.cson files in project roots. Use version control like Git or cloud storage for safety, as the package doesn't provide automatic backup features.

Question 4

Can I use project manager with Git to version control my project configurations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the project.cson files are stored locally in project roots, making them ideal for Git commits. This allows teams to share consistent settings, but ensure sensitive data isn't included, as noted in the local configuration section.

Question 5

How to edit the project.cson file manually without breaking it?

Accepted Answer

Open the file in a text editor and follow the CSON syntax from the README example. Be cautious with indentation and quotes, as CSON is sensitive to formatting errors. Use Atom's built-in CSON linter if available to avoid issues.

Question 6

Is there a way to share project templates with my team?

Accepted Answer

Yes, create template entries without paths in the projects.cson file, then share this file or snippets with teammates. They can copy these into their own projects.cson or use local project.cson files for consistency.

Question 7

Does project manager support remote projects or SSH paths?

Accepted Answer

It supports any file paths accessible in Atom, including remote mounts or SSH, but performance may vary based on network latency. Ensure Atom has permissions to access these paths, as noted in the paths array setting.

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