**VimGym:** Open Source Multiplayer VIM Racing

I built VimGym, an open source multiplayer browser game where you practice Vim motions by racing other players.

**Why This Exists:**

When I was learning Vim, I noticed a huge shortage of free online learning tools. When I was learning to type generally, [typeracer.com](http://typeracer.com) helped me not just type fast, but learn proper technique and hand positioning. I wanted to create something similar for Vim, to learn motions correctly, but also to build speed through competition. Vim is SO satisfying when you’re quick at it, and I think early exposure to this aspect could really encourage adoption. Also VimGym offers something fun for experienced VIM users: *an opportunity to flex on people*.

**Current Status:**

I've just released the first beta version, it has quick play, private match and practice modes. The tasks within these help practice the basic vim motions, but I plan to make the tasks more comprehensive. Currently, we measure success by time, but I want to incorporate the efficiency of keystroke into a player's final score. Additionally, I’d love to have a ranked mode / leaderboards, and community tournaments, but that’s for when a community actually exists lol.

**Feedback:** 

Any and all feedback is appreciated! But specifically I’m interested in:

* What ways could we raise the skill ceiling for very knowledgeable players?
* How could we combine speed in time, and keystroke efficiency into a final score?
* When something breaks (it’s honestly pretty likely)
* Is it fun? What would make it more fun?

Github link: [https://github.com/Swaggermuffin64/vim-racing/tree/main](https://github.com/Swaggermuffin64/vim-racing/tree/main) 

Also, I made a discord server: [https://discord.gg/wUCdGVGeuM](https://discord.gg/wUCdGVGeuM) 



VimGym: Open Source Multiplayer VIM Racing