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Free and open source text editors every developer should try
By Bill Detwiler | October 5, 2011, 1:13 PM PDT
These days, most developers work inside an integrated development environment (IDE). But, there are still times when you need a text editor.
Developer and TechRepublic blogger Justin James put together a list of five free (or open source) text editors that he feels are worth checking out. In this week’s TR Dojo episode, I take a quick look at the editors on his list:
October 4, 2011, 9:39 AM PDT | Length:00:04:30
Which text editor do you use most often?
For those who prefer text to video, click the View Transcript link below the video player window or check out Justin James’ article, “Five free (or open source) text editors for developers,” on which this video is based.
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