Refactoring Code with Regex and Macros
Vim’s power extends beyond its extensive editing functionality. Macros allow you to record a series of keystrokes and replay them later, automating repetitive tasks. This chapter delves into the world of Vim macros and their application in refactoring code. In this chapter we’ll explore how to create macros to streamline common refactoring operations, saving you time and effort while ensuring consistency in your codebase.
We will cover the following topics:
- Using search or replace functionality with
:substitute - Using regular expressions to make searches and substitutions smarter
- Using arglist to perform operations on multiple files
- Examples of refactoring operations, such as renaming methods and reordering arguments
- Macros, which let you record and replay keystrokes
