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Two Years of Emacs Solo: 35 Modules, Zero External Packages, and a Full Refactor
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Emacs Solo has been maintained for two years with a focus on using 35 modules without any external packages. All components are either built into Emacs or custom-written in the lisp/ directory.
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- Praise: The ability to write custom functions tailored to specific needs empowers users, allowing for a highly personalized editing experience that enhances productivity.
- Praise: The control over the codebase when using self-written modules fosters a deeper understanding of the system, which can lead to more efficient debugging and customization.
- Concern: The reliance on built-in packages that may not receive timely updates raises concerns about potential bugs, which could hinder the user experience.
- Concern: Using Lisp for text editing is questioned, as it seems to lack the versatility and popularity of other programming languages, potentially limiting the community and support.