Neovim + Tmux for Focused Sessions
A focused setup is less about plugins and more about repeatability. I want the same screen shape every morning.
Lock a Repeatable Pane Layout
My baseline is simple: editor on the left, test watcher on the right, logs below, and one scratch pane for quick command trials. The layout almost never changes.
Prioritize Command Depth over Plugin Count
Developer:Should I install another extension?
Kid:First learn one command you can use 200 times.
That rule keeps the stack stable. Neovim handles editing, tmux handles context, and shell tools fill the gaps. On a remote server, this still feels native and fast.
Make Consistency the Productivity Feature
Consistency beats novelty for daily work. Once the workflow is predictable, interruptions become less expensive and deep work resumes faster.