I'm hearing about the wonders of org-mode, but I don't want to use emacs. I tried it, but it seems like I have to learn an entire new text-based OS before I can even type efficiently. I'm still new to Vim, but at least it's straighforward.
What exactly can I do with org-mode that I can't do with a plain text file in Vim where I keep notes?
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One thing that I like is the ability to compile my notes as latex and save them as pdfs in three keystrokes. Makes it really easy to share notes.
Evil-mode forever
IMO you can get very close with the right combination of plugins. That way you also avoid having features that you don't use or know how to use.
I recommend the pandoc tool, as well as the pandoc plugins for markdown.
A buttload of personal macros for common tasks will also get you far.
org-capture is a great feature you'd be missing with vim.
Org mode contains my entire life. I do everything in it.
If you don't like emacs, use spacemacs for vim style editing.
My problem with Emacs is the keybindings make no sense. Takes too much effort to remember how do I even navigate.
