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by fasterpython 2146 days ago
This is nice! How does it compare to other options in this area, e.g hosting VSCode online ([1] [2])?

[1]: coder.com [2]: gitpod.io

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I think it depends on what you're going to use it for. If you're using it for serious heavy professional coding, you might find Atheos lacking, but I'm a hobby coder and I really like it's simplicity and compact form.

I know it goes against best practices, but I code almost exclusively 'in production' since it's easiest for me to do so. Coder, GitPod, and VSCode I believe all have somewhat virtual file managers but Atheos actually directly acts on the files of your server so when I notice a small typo/bugs on one of my sites, I can login and change it without any extra steps.

Atheos also doesn't really have a strong method of code compiling. It does support syntax highlighting of most languages thanks to the Ace Editor (Same as the one from Cloud9), and it does have a terminal plugin allowing you to issue commands to the server directly.

I did take a lot of keyboard shortcuts from VSCode in hopes of making it easier for someone to switch between without too much of a hassle. Having the built in Git Integration that is 99% complete has really helped my workflow as well.

One of the things I really enjoy about Atheos is that it's such a simple codebase that if there is a feature I want or someone asks for, I can add it pretty easily, either as a standalone plugin or built in. At this point, I'm only really limited by my ability to make something.

> I know it goes against best practices, but I code almost exclusively 'in production' since it's easiest for me to do so.

You should not put that on your cv

Lol I won't.