Zed: The Open Source Agentic IDE - Use Claude Code, Codex & Gemini CLI in one place

Check out Zed here! https://zed.dev In this video, we dive into Zed, a robust open source code editor that has recently introduced the Agent Client Protocol. This new open standard allows seamless integration with various AI model harnesses like Cloud Code Codex and Gemini CLI. We'll demonstrate how to use these features within Zed and highlight its advantages over traditional Electron-based editors. Watch as we create a Next.js project, explore Zed's functionality, and leverage AI tools to enhance your coding experience. Perfect for developers looking for a powerful and performance-driven coding environment. 00:00 Introduction to Zed: A Powerful Open Source Editor 00:03 Understanding Agent Client Protocol 00:54 Benefits of Zed and Rust Integration 01:34 Demonstration: Getting Started with Zed 01:56 Installing and Exploring Zed 02:08 Deep Dive into Agent Client Protocol 03:43 Hands-On with Zed: Creating a Next.js Project 08:02 Advanced Features and MCP Capabilities 09:24 Generating Blog Posts with Zed 12:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts