Dotfiles Setup Guide

This repository contains configuration files for a consistent development environment across machines. It currently includes setup for Zed and VS Code.

Overview

The goal of this setup is to replicate the same editor behavior, UI, and workflow on any new system with minimal effort. This repository does not include system-level dependencies or extensions, so those must be installed separately.

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Contents

dotfiles/
  zed/
    settings.json
  vscode/
    settings.json
  README.md

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Requirements

Before applying these configurations, ensure the following are installed:

• Zed editor
• Visual Studio Code
• Node.js and npm
• Required fonts (e.g., Fira Code)

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Setup Instructions

1. Clone the Repository

git clone <your-repo-url>
cd dotfiles

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2. Zed Setup

Copy the Zed configuration file to your system:

Linux:

~/.config/zed/settings.json

MacOS:

~/Library/Application Support/Zed/settings.json

After copying:

• Restart Zed
• Ensure required language servers are installed
• Install the Emmet extension if not already available

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3. VS Code Setup

Copy the VS Code settings file:

Linux:

~/.config/Code/User/settings.json

MacOS:

~/Library/Application Support/Code/User/settings.json

After copying:

• Restart VS Code
• Install required extensions (Copilot, Prettier, Live Server, etc.)

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Notes

• These settings control editor behavior, UI, and completion system
• Extensions and language servers are not included and must be installed manually
• Font settings require the font to be installed on the system
• Some paths (e.g., compilers, SDKs) may need adjustment depending on your system

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Troubleshooting

Completions not showing automatically

• Ensure language servers are installed
• Check file type detection (HTML, JS, etc.)
• Restart the editor

Emmet not working

• Install Emmet extension
• Verify language server configuration

Fonts not applied

• Install the required font (e.g., Fira Code)
• Restart the editor

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Customization

You can modify any settings file to suit your workflow. Keep in mind that:

• Invalid JSON will break configuration loading
• Duplicate keys will override earlier values
• Some settings are editor-specific and not portable

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Goal

This setup is designed for a fast, minimal, and distraction-free coding experience with:

• Automatic completions
• No unwanted AI interference
• Consistent UI and behavior across editors

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License

Use freely and modify as needed.