8Ktason
8Ktason is an open‑source, cross‑platform development environment that was first released by the Global Software Foundation in 2022. The project is designed to provide a lightweight yet powerful alternative to larger integrated development environments, focusing on speed, simplicity, and extensibility. Developers can use 8Ktason with a variety of programming languages, including Python, JavaScript, and Go, through a plugin architecture that allows for language‑specific tools and extensions.
The name 8Ktason is derived from the Roman numeral “VIII” combined with “K" (for kilobyte), signifying the
Key features of 8Ktason include a modal command palette that incorporates fuzzy searching, a built‑in integrated
8Ktason has been featured in several programming blogs and was shortlisted for the 2023 Innovation in Software