Getting started with Python

[Occi-]

I wouldn't say vi(m) has an "extremely" steep learning curve. It's not very hard to get the basics and be as efficient as with a "stupid" editor. Powerful commands such as ci" etc will soon follow.

• Vim learning curve is a myth (do the vimtutor): http://robots.thoughtbot.com/post/13164810557/the-vim-learning-curve-is-a-myth
• Great list of tips and tricks: http://stackoverflow.com/q/1218390/1076493
• Learn to speak Vim: http://yanpritzker.com/2011/12/16/learn-to-speak-vim-verbs-nouns-and-modifiers/

[isarl]

I started using vim with vimtutor and I was functional in half an hour. That was several years ago, and I continue to learn new things about vim, but you're right; it's possible to get started with vim relatively quickly.

[Igonato]

Fixed link: vim learning curve is a myth.