diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 95ae5ec..137291f 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -1,33 +1,88 @@ # Neon Vision Editor

- NeonVision Editor Logo + Neon Vision Editor Logo

-## About - -MacOS 26 App (currently beta). - -NeonVision Editor is a lightweight and modern text editor built for speed and simplicity. -It provides instant syntax highlighting for a wide range of standard programming languages, making it easy to quickly inspect, edit, or prototype code. - -Designed with developers in mind, NeonVision Editor offers a distraction-free interface that emphasizes performance and readability. -Whether you need to open large files, preview code snippets, or perform quick edits, it delivers a streamlined workflow without unnecessary overhead. - -### Key Highlights -- **Fast loading** even with large code files -- **Syntax highlighting** for common programming languages (Python, C, C++, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and more) -- **Minimal design** focused on readability and ease of use -- **Lightweight footprint** – runs smoothly without draining resources -- Optimized for **macOS 26 (Tahoe)** +

Neon Vision Editor

- NeonVision Editor App + A lightweight, modern macOS text editor focused on speed, readability, and fast syntax highlighting.

-## Installation +--- +Neon Vision Editor is a lightweight, modern macOS text editor focused on **speed, readability, and fast syntax highlighting**. +It is intentionally minimal: quick edits, fast file access, no IDE bloat. -Clone this repository and open the project: +> Status: **alpha / beta** +> Platform target: **macOS 26 (Tahoe)** + + + +## Download + +Prebuilt binaries are available via **GitHub Releases**. + +- Latest release: **v0.2.3-alpha** (23 Jan 2026) +- Architecture: Apple Silicon (Intel not tested) +- Notarization: *not yet* + +If you don’t want to build from source, this is the recommended path. + +--- + +## Why this exists + +Modern IDEs are powerful but heavy. +Classic macOS editors are fast but stagnant. + +Neon Vision Editor sits in between: +- Open files instantly +- Read code comfortably +- Edit without friction +- Close the app without guilt + +No background indexing. No telemetry. No plugin sprawl. + +--- + +## Features + +- Fast loading, including large text files +- Syntax highlighting for common languages + (Python, C/C++, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and others) +- Clean, minimal UI optimized for readability +- Native macOS 26 (Tahoe) look & behavior +- Built with Swift and AppKit + +

+ Neon Vision Editor App +

+ +--- + +## Non-goals (by design) + +- ❌ No plugin system (for now) +- ❌ No project/workspace management +- ❌ No code intelligence (LSP, autocomplete, refactors) +- ❌ No Electron, no cross-platform abstraction layer + +This is **not** an IDE. That is intentional. + +--- + +## Requirements + +- macOS 26 (Tahoe) +- Xcode compatible with macOS 26 toolchain +- Apple Silicon recommended + +--- + +## Build from source ```bash -git clone https://github.com/your-username/neon-vision-editor.git +git clone https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor.git +cd Neon-Vision-Editor +open "Neon Vision Editor.xcodeproj"