mason.nvim
Portable package manager for Neovim that runs everywhere Neovim runs. Easily install and manage LSP servers, DAP servers, linters, and formatters.
Why it is included
Portable package manager for Neovim that runs everywhere Neovim runs. Easily install and manage LSP servers, DAP servers, linters, and formatters. - mason-org/mason.nvim
Best for
Users exploring vetted FOSS alternatives in this space (neovim extensions).
Strengths
- ~10,161 GitHub stars (per upstream list)
- Open source
Limitations
- Verify license, platform support, and security posture for your environment.
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