About
Powerful software should not feel heavy
Skiv Inc. builds a lightweight, open-source code editor for developers who want their tools to stay fast and out of the way.
Our mission
We started Skiv because editors kept getting heavier while the work of writing software stayed the same: read code, change it, and move on. Our aim is to deliver tools that stay fast, reduce friction, and help teams ship with confidence.
Skiv is a lightweight code editor available across every major platform. It keeps the essentials — editing, Git, a terminal, database viewers, and an optional AI agent — in one quiet workspace, without the weight that usually comes with them.
How we make decisions
The principles behind Skiv
Lightweight first
Every feature must justify its cost in focus, speed, and complexity.
Developer focused
We design for the people who build software, and the workflows they live in.
Open by default
We build in the open, with a public roadmap and an open-source core.
Practical execution
Clear priorities, fewer distractions, and iterative shipping over hype.
Ready to try Skiv?
Download the editor and see how light a full-featured workspace can feel.