A lightweight, customizable code editor built with C++ and wxWidgets, evolving from a Rust IDE into a general-purpose editor.
Ride is a code editor that started as a Rust IDE but has evolved into a general-purpose editor with a focus on simplicity and custom rendering. It aims to provide a lightweight alternative to feature-rich IDEs, with current development centered on a prototype called Pony, which uses Scintilla and wxWidgets for the GUI.
Developers looking for a customizable, lightweight code editor, particularly those working in C++ or Rust, or teams needing consistent project-level editor settings.
Ride offers a straightforward, project-aware editing experience with integrated terminal command shortcuts and error navigation, positioning itself as a simpler, more focused alternative to complex IDEs like VS Code.
Ride IDE
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Saves tab and space settings per project, ensuring all team members use consistent formatting without manual adjustments, as highlighted in the README.
Allows defining and executing custom terminal commands via keyboard shortcuts, streamlining workflows directly from the editor, a key feature mentioned.
Enables double-clicking on warnings/errors to jump to code or context-clicking to search online, enhancing debugging efficiency as described in the features list.
Built on Scintilla and wxWidgets, it offers a simple, adaptable editing environment without the bloat of full IDEs, aligning with its philosophy of simplicity.
The current version, Pony, is explicitly described as a prototype in the README, meaning it lacks polish, stability, and may have incomplete features.
No installer is available; users must build from source using CMake, a C++ compiler, and wxWidgets 3+, which can be a barrier for non-technical users.
Compared to editors like VS Code, it lacks plugins, language support, and advanced IDE functionalities such as debugging or intelligent code assistance.
The goal of a fully custom C++ rendering engine is still in development, so current users rely on the Scintilla-based prototype which may not meet future expectations.
Ride is an open-source alternative to the following products: