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The code editor you can take apart.

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DSCode – A VS Code-compatible editor built as a kit of Rust crates

by ticktockten·May 20, 2026·1 point·0 comments

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Modular Rust crates let you embed the editor core while keeping VS Code extensions.

Strengths
  • Six composable Rust crates allow embedding the session layer in custom apps.
  • Sandboxed Node.js extension host runs existing VS Code plugins unchanged.
  • Native Rust binary achieves sub-second startup with significantly lower memory.
Weaknesses
  • Enters a crowded field dominated by Zed, Lapce, and Cursor.
  • Extension compatibility depth is unproven against complex real-world plugins.
Target Audience

Rust developers and toolchain builders

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Zed · Lapce · Helix

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