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@@ -1,59 +1,73 @@ # kickstart.nvim -https://github.com/kdheepak/kickstart.nvim/assets/1813121/f3ff9a2b-c31f-44df-a4fa-8a0d7b17cf7b - -### Introduction +## Introduction A starting point for Neovim that is: * Small -* Single-file (with examples of moving to multi-file) -* Documented -* Modular +* Single-file +* Completely Documented + +**NOT** a Neovim distribution, but instead a starting point for your configuration. -This repo is meant to be used by **YOU** to begin your Neovim journey; remove the things you don't use and add what you miss. +## Installation -Kickstart.nvim targets *only* the latest ['stable'](https://github.com/neovim/neovim/releases/tag/stable) and latest ['nightly'](https://github.com/neovim/neovim/releases/tag/nightly) of Neovim. If you are experiencing issues, please make sure you have the latest versions. +### Install Neovim -Distribution Alternatives: -- [LazyVim](https://www.lazyvim.org/): A delightful distribution maintained by @folke (the author of lazy.nvim, the package manager used here) +Kickstart.nvim targets *only* the latest +['stable'](https://github.com/neovim/neovim/releases/tag/stable) and latest +['nightly'](https://github.com/neovim/neovim/releases/tag/nightly) of Neovim. +If you are experiencing issues, please make sure you have the latest versions. -### Installation +### Install External Dependencies > **NOTE** > [Backup](#FAQ) your previous configuration (if any exists) -Requirements: -* Make sure to review the readmes of the plugins if you are experiencing errors. In particular: - * [ripgrep](https://github.com/BurntSushi/ripgrep#installation) is required for multiple [telescope](https://github.com/nvim-telescope/telescope.nvim#suggested-dependencies) pickers. -* See [Windows Installation](#Windows-Installation) if you have trouble with `telescope-fzf-native` +External Requirements: +- Basic utils: `git`, `make`, `unzip`, C Compiler (`gcc`) +- [ripgrep](https://github.com/BurntSushi/ripgrep#installation) +- Language Setup: + - If want to write Typescript, you need `npm` + - If want to write Golang, you will need `go` + - etc. + +> **NOTE** +> See [Windows Installation](#Windows-Installation) to double check any additional Windows notes Neovim's configurations are located under the following paths, depending on your OS: | OS | PATH | | :- | :--- | -| Linux | `$XDG_CONFIG_HOME/nvim`, `~/.config/nvim` | -| MacOS | `$XDG_CONFIG_HOME/nvim`, `~/.config/nvim` | +| Linux, MacOS | `$XDG_CONFIG_HOME/nvim`, `~/.config/nvim` | | Windows (cmd)| `%userprofile%\AppData\Local\nvim\` | | Windows (powershell)| `$env:USERPROFILE\AppData\Local\nvim\` | Clone kickstart.nvim: -- on Linux and Mac +<details><summary> Linux and Mac </summary> + ```sh git clone https://github.com/nvim-lua/kickstart.nvim.git "${XDG_CONFIG_HOME:-$HOME/.config}"/nvim ``` -- on Windows (cmd) +</details> + +<details><summary> Windows </summary> + +If you're using `cmd.exe`: + ``` git clone https://github.com/nvim-lua/kickstart.nvim.git %userprofile%\AppData\Local\nvim\ ``` -- on Windows (powershell) +If you're using `powershell.exe` + ``` git clone https://github.com/nvim-lua/kickstart.nvim.git $env:USERPROFILE\AppData\Local\nvim\ ``` +</details> ### Post Installation @@ -63,37 +77,33 @@ Start Neovim nvim ``` -The `Lazy` plugin manager will start automatically on the first run and install the configured plugins - as can be seen in the introduction video. After the installation is complete you can press `q` to close the `Lazy` UI and **you are ready to go**! Next time you run nvim `Lazy` will no longer show up. +That's it! Lazy will install all the plugins you have. Use `:Lazy` to view +current plugin status. -If you would prefer to hide this step and run the plugin sync from the command line, you can use: - -```sh -nvim --headless "+Lazy! sync" +qa -``` +Read through the `init.lua` file in your configuration folder for more +information about extending and exploring Neovim. ### Getting Started -See [Effective Neovim: Instant IDE](https://youtu.be/stqUbv-5u2s), covering the previous version. Note: The install via init.lua is outdated, please follow the install instructions in this file instead. An updated video is coming soon. +See [Effective Neovim: Instant IDE](https://youtu.be/stqUbv-5u2s), covering the +previous version. Note: The install via init.lua is outdated, please follow the +install instructions in this file instead. An updated video is coming soon. ### Recommended Steps -[Fork](https://docs.github.com/en/get-started/quickstart/fork-a-repo) this repo (so that you have your own copy that you can modify) and then installing you can install to your machine using the methods above. +[Fork](https://docs.github.com/en/get-started/quickstart/fork-a-repo) this repo +(so that you have your own copy that you can modify) and then installing you +can install to your machine using the methods above. > **NOTE** > Your fork's url will be something like this: `https://github.com/<your_github_username>/kickstart.nvim.git` -### Configuration And Extension - -* Inside of your copy, feel free to modify any file you like! It's your copy! -* Feel free to change any of the default options in `init.lua` to better suit your needs. -* For adding plugins, there are 3 primary options: - * Add new configuration in `lua/custom/plugins/*` files, which will be auto sourced using `lazy.nvim` (uncomment the line importing the `custom/plugins` directory in the `init.lua` file to enable this) - * Modify `init.lua` with additional plugins. - * Include the `lua/kickstart/plugins/*` files in your configuration. +#### Examples of adding popularly requested plugins -You can also merge updates/changes from the repo back into your fork, to keep up-to-date with any changes for the default configuration. +<details> + <summary>Adding autopairs</summary> -#### Example: Adding an autopairs plugin +This will automatically install [windwp/nvim-autopairs](https://github.com/windwp/nvim-autopairs) and enable it on startup. For more information, see documentation for [lazy.nvim](https://github.com/folke/lazy.nvim). In the file: `lua/custom/plugins/autopairs.lua`, add: @@ -117,10 +127,11 @@ return { } ``` +</details> +<details> + <summary>Adding a file tree plugin</summary> -This will automatically install [windwp/nvim-autopairs](https://github.com/windwp/nvim-autopairs) and enable it on startup. For more information, see documentation for [lazy.nvim](https://github.com/folke/lazy.nvim). - -#### Example: Adding a file tree plugin +This will install the tree plugin and add the command `:Neotree` for you. You can explore the documentation at [neo-tree.nvim](https://github.com/nvim-neo-tree/neo-tree.nvim) for more information. In the file: `lua/custom/plugins/filetree.lua`, add: @@ -142,23 +153,13 @@ return { } ``` -This will install the tree plugin and add the command `:Neotree` for you. You can explore the documentation at [neo-tree.nvim](https://github.com/nvim-neo-tree/neo-tree.nvim) for more information. - -### Contribution - -Pull-requests are welcome. The goal of this repo is not to create a Neovim configuration framework, but to offer a starting template that shows, by example, available features in Neovim. Some things that will not be included: - -* Custom language server configuration (null-ls templates) -* Theming beyond a default colorscheme necessary for LSP highlight groups - -Each PR, especially those which increase the line count, should have a description as to why the PR is necessary. +</details> ### FAQ * What should I do if I already have a pre-existing neovim configuration? * You should back it up, then delete all files associated with it. * This includes your existing init.lua and the neovim files in `~/.local` which can be deleted with `rm -rf ~/.local/share/nvim/` - * You may also want to look at the [migration guide for lazy.nvim](https://github.com/folke/lazy.nvim#-migration-guide) * Can I keep my existing configuration in parallel to kickstart? * Yes! You can use [NVIM_APPNAME](https://neovim.io/doc/user/starting.html#%24NVIM_APPNAME)`=nvim-NAME` to maintain multiple configurations. For example you can install the kickstart configuration in `~/.config/nvim-kickstart` and create an alias: ``` @@ -191,56 +192,3 @@ This requires: ```lua {'nvim-telescope/telescope-fzf-native.nvim', build = 'cmake -S. -Bbuild -DCMAKE_BUILD_TYPE=Release && cmake --build build --config Release && cmake --install build --prefix build' } ``` - -### Hints And Tips For New Neovimmers - -Neovim is a very rich and powerful environment, but it can also feel a bit -intimidating for new users trying to find their way around, especially if -they're coming from other environments like Visual Studio Code or a traditional -IDE. - -There's no way this README can provide you with everything you need to know, but -here are a few tips so you can learn how to learn. - -### Use The Help, Luke! - -Neovim's help system is incredibly thorough and extensive. You should really -take a moment to get comfortable navigating through help topics, going back and -forth, navigating the menus, etc. This won't just help you read the help, it -will empower you in the rest of your Neovim journey. - -You can double click on a topic to drill down, and hit Ctrl-o (Hold down the -Control key and the 'o' key) to go back. - -Read the first page you get when you run :help carefully. it will serve you -well. - -You can also get help on a particular thing by typing ":help <topic>". - -Like, let's say we want to learn more about folding, just type ":help folding". - -### To The Telescope! - -One of the more powerful features you get by installing this project is the -brilliant Telescope plugin co-written by @tjdevries. - -Take a minute to browse through ":help telescope" and get a sense for all the -amazing superpowers you've gained. - -In particular, there are two Telescope features that are incredible for helping -you understand how to do a particular thing or how to configure a particular -feature. - -If you're not sure what to look for, try ":Telescope help_tags". Let's say we -want to configure Neovim to automatically word wrap. We might type ":Telescope -help_tags" and then type w, r, a, p. Notice how the list of results changes with -each new letter you type? When you're done you've got a screen full of topics -involving word wrap. - -Another common question is "What keys do I hit to make a thing happen?". To get -an answer, one way is to use ":Telescope keymaps". You'll get the same list of -results that changes to adapt with each new key you press. - -With these hints in mind you should be in good shape to get learning. Remember, -you are on a journey of discovery here, adapting your programming environment to -your needs. It will take effort, but the rewards are worth it! :) |