Zed as a Python IDE

A while back, I shared how to use this sleek new editor as a Go IDE. Now I’d like to revisit this topic, this time for Python. If you’re curious about other languages Zed supports, their docs feature an extensive list. Today it’s all about Python—and how Zed can replace VS Code, PyCharm, or any other Python IDE. But why choose Zed as your main editor? Why Change? It’s Lightning fast—Rust + GPU UI. It’s Lightweight vs heavy IDEs. Collaboration is built-in. Scene set—let’s dive in! ...

March 13, 2026 · 5 min · planetrobbie