A high-performance, multiplayer code editor built by the creators of Atom and Tree-sitter.
Zed is a high-performance, multiplayer code editor developed by the creators of Atom and Tree-sitter. It is designed to provide a fast, responsive editing experience while enabling real-time collaborative coding sessions across multiple platforms.
Developers and teams looking for a fast, modern code editor with built-in real-time collaboration features, particularly those working on macOS, Linux, or Windows.
Zed combines the performance of native Rust development with multiplayer capabilities, offering a unique blend of speed and collaboration not commonly found in other editors, backed by experienced creators from the Atom and Tree-sitter projects.
Code at the speed of thought – Zed is a high-performance, multiplayer code editor from the creators of Atom and Tree-sitter.
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Built in Rust with a focus on efficiency, Zed ensures smooth, responsive editing even with large codebases, as emphasized in its high-performance design.
Supports real-time collaborative coding sessions, enabling seamless teamwork directly within the editor without external plugins.
Available for macOS, Linux, and Windows with native package manager integration, ensuring consistent performance across desktop environments.
Created by the team behind Atom and Tree-sitter, leveraging proven expertise in editor architecture and parsing technology.
Web platform support is unavailable, with tracking issue #5396, limiting use for browser-based development or cloud setups.
As a newer editor, Zed has a smaller community and fewer plugins compared to established alternatives like VSCode or IntelliJ.
Developed by Zed Industries, Inc., a for-profit entity, which may lead to future monetization or changes affecting free usage and openness.