Zed is a cutting-edge code editor optimized for collaborative programming with both human peers and AI assistance. It is engineered for high performance, leveraging multiple CPU cores and GPUs, and is written in Rust. Zed integrates large language models (LLMs) for intelligent code generation, transformation, and analysis. Its features include multibuffer editing, interactive programming, support for multiple languages, and a native terminal with task-running capabilities. Additionally, it offers Vim-friendly modal editing and a growing ecosystem of extensions. Developers may prefer Zed for its speed, the seamless integration of AI-powered coding, and its focus on collaborative features such as chat, note-sharing, and screen sharing within the development environment.