Mastering vim: The Editor That Takes You from Basic to Pro in Linux

Introduction I’m continuing my 30-day Linux challenge as part of my preparation for the RHCSA exam and today’s article is all about a tool I was initially intimidated by but now find incredibly powerful: the vim editor. If you’ve used vi, then vim will feel familiar but with more features, more flexibility and a smoother editing experience. vim stands for Vi IMproved and it's exactly that an enhanced version of vi that makes working in the terminal more efficient, once you understand the flow. Whether you’re writing scripts, editing config files or just taking notes on a remote server, knowing how to use vim confidently will save you time, frustration and help you look like a pro. Index What is vim Getting Started with vim Common vim Commands You will Use Daily Helpful Tips for New Users Real World Scenarios Industry Insight Bonus Recommendation Quick Summary

Apr 23, 2025 - 23:28

Mastering vim: The Editor That Takes You from Basic to Pro in Linux

Introduction

I’m continuing my 30-day Linux challenge as part of my preparation for the RHCSA exam and today’s article is all about a tool I was initially intimidated by but now find incredibly powerful: the vim editor.

If you’ve used vi, then vim will feel familiar but with more features, more flexibility and a smoother editing experience. vim stands for Vi IMproved and it's exactly that an enhanced version of vi that makes working in the terminal more efficient, once you understand the flow.

Whether you’re writing scripts, editing config files or just taking notes on a remote server, knowing how to use vim confidently will save you time, frustration and help you look like a pro.

Index

What is vim
Getting Started with vim
Common vim Commands You will Use Daily
Helpful Tips for New Users
Real World Scenarios
Industry Insight
Bonus Recommendation
Quick Summary