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athas · v0.17.0
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7.0
Lightweight code editor
brew install --cask athas 22
30-day installs
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90-day installs
326
365-day installs
Install trend
Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v0.17.03d ago0.16.3→0.17.0
6d ago0.16.1→0.16.3
9d ago0.15.1→0.16.1
21d ago0.15.0→0.15.1
21d ago0.14.2→0.15.0
1mo ago0.14.0→0.14.2
1mo ago0.13.0→0.14.0
1mo ago0.12.0→0.13.0
1mo ago0.11.0→0.12.0
2mo ago0.10.0→0.11.0
+ 13 older versions
Review
Mar 11, 2026Athas is a lightweight code editor with Vim keybindings, Git integration, and AI support, making it ideal for developers seeking a simple yet powerful tool with a modern twist.
Provides a cross-platform code editing experience with features like Git integration, AI agents, and Vim-style navigation.
Maturity: The project is active and gaining traction, with recent updates and a growing GitHub following.
Community: Received positive attention on Hacker News, highlighting its unique features and lightweight design.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support with a focus on simplicity
- + Vim-like keybindings for efficient editing
- + Integrated Git support and AI features enhance productivity
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Still in early development with some open issues
Community Mentions
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Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown
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