Nova
The beautiful, native Mac code editor from Panic.
Overview
Nova is a native Mac code editor from Panic, the creators of Coda and Transmit. It's designed to be a fast, flexible, and modern editor for web developers. Nova includes a rich set of built-in features like a powerful extension API, a built-in web server for local development, and deep integration with macOS. It is the spiritual successor to Panic's earlier editor, Coda.
✨ Key Features
- Native macOS application for speed and responsiveness
- Extensible with a JavaScript-based API
- Built-in static web server
- Git source control integration
- Minimap and split view
- Polished, modern user interface
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Truly native macOS application with excellent design
- Seamless workflow with integrated tools (server, Git)
- From a trusted, long-standing Mac developer (Panic)
- Clean and approachable user interface
Unique Value: Offers a beautifully designed, native Mac coding experience with thoughtfully integrated tools that streamline the web development workflow.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Building and previewing static websites
- Developing with modern JavaScript frameworks
- Managing projects with integrated Git support
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Non-macOS users
- Users who need a free editor
- Developers requiring the vast extension library of VS Code
🏆 Alternatives
Provides a more polished and native Mac experience than VS Code, with a more modern UI and extension API than BBEdit.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
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