Question 1

Is neovim boilerplate better than NvChad for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Neovim Boilerplate is more educational and customizable, providing a structured template to build upon, while NvChad is a pre-configured distro with a fixed setup. If you want to learn Lua and tailor your editor, boilerplate is ideal; for a ready-to-use experience, NvChad might be better.

Question 2

How do I add a new plugin to neovim boilerplate?

Accepted Answer

Create a new Lua file in the lua/plugins directory with a table describing the plugin, including its repo URL and configuration options. Lazy.nvim will automatically load it based on the modular structure explained in the README.

Question 3

What plugins are included in neovim boilerplate?

Accepted Answer

It includes lazy.nvim, mason.nvim, which-key.nvim, Telescope, nvim-cmp, lspkind, gitsigns, trouble.nvim, Tree-sitter, and mini.nvim for a comprehensive setup, as listed in the packed plugins section of the README.

Question 4

Can I use neovim boilerplate with my existing configuration?

Accepted Answer

It's designed as a starting point for new configurations, so merging with an existing setup might require adaptation. The modular structure helps, but it's best used for fresh installations to avoid conflicts.

Question 5

How do I customize keybindings in neovim boilerplate?

Accepted Answer

Add global keybindings to lua/keybindings.lua using which-key.nvim for descriptions, or define plugin-specific bindings in the respective plugin config files in lua/plugins/, as detailed in the README's keybindings section.

Question 6

Is neovim boilerplate suitable for Lua beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's well-documented with comments and frontmatter in each file, making Lua syntax and Neovim structure accessible. However, some Lua knowledge is still needed for deeper customization beyond the template.

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