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Nova vs TextMate: What are the differences?

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  1. User Interface: Nova offers a modern and user-friendly interface with a sleek design, customizable layouts, and a dark mode option. In contrast, TextMate has a more traditional interface with less customization options and no dark mode support.

  2. Language Support: Nova provides a wide range of language support out of the box, including syntax highlighting, code completion, and linting for various programming languages. TextMate, on the other hand, may require plugins or additional setup for full language support beyond basic syntax highlighting.

  3. Collaboration Tools: Nova includes features for collaboration such as shared workspaces and remote pair programming, making it easier for developers to work together in real-time. TextMate lacks these collaborative tools, focusing more on individual code editing tasks.

  4. Integrated Terminal: Nova comes with an integrated terminal, allowing developers to run commands and scripts directly within the editor. TextMate does not have an integrated terminal, requiring users to use an external terminal emulator for command-line tasks.

  5. Git Integration: Nova has built-in Git integration, enabling version control operations like staging, committing, and branching without leaving the editor. TextMate does not have native Git integration, requiring users to rely on external Git clients for version control tasks.

  6. Extensions and Plugins: Nova supports a variety of extensions and plugins that can enhance its functionality, such as themes, language packs, and additional tools. TextMate also offers plugins but may have a smaller community and library compared to Nova.

In Summary, Nova and TextMate differ in their user interface, language support, collaboration tools, integrated terminal, Git integration, and availability of extensions and plugins.
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Pros of Nova
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    Extensions
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    Beautiful
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    Fluid and Fast
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    Syntax highlighting
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    Javascript
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    PHP Developer
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    Native UI
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    jQuery developer
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    Ruby
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    Bundles
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    Snippets
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    MacOS native
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    Commands
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    Low Energy Usage
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    Starts fast
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    Keyboard shortcuts
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    Open Source
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    Clean ui

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    Mac only
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    What is Nova?

    It is the new native code editor for Mac. It is packed with features, built for modern workflows, lightning-fast and stylish. It also has a robust extensions architecture and replaces Code for Mac.

    What is TextMate?

    TextMate brings Apple's approach to operating systems into the world of text editors. By bridging UNIX underpinnings and GUI, TextMate cherry-picks the best of both worlds to the benefit of expert scripters and novice users alike.

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