Why You Should Try jEdit: The Open Source Editor You’ve Overlooked

from Tech Rants · host Edward Ojambo

In this episode, we explore jEdit — a free, open-source text editor built in Java that’s still going strong in 2025. Learn why jEdit is a hidden gem for developers, especially those using Linux and Fedora. We’ll cover installation, customization with plug-ins, and why it's a serious alternative to modern editors. 📝 Full blog article: https://ojambo.com/jedit-5-7-0-advanced-editor-review 📺 Long-form screencast video: https://youtube.com/live/O6wgfAJ_SYo #jedit #opensource #texteditor #developer #programming #fedora #linux #coding #java #ojambo

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