Just when I thought I had found the perfect programming font, something new comes along and challenges my assumptions. For years, I bounced between classics like Fira Code and JetBrains Mono, appreciating their ligatures and clean designs.
Then I discovered some newer contenders like Berkeley Mono and Monaspace. These fonts bring fresh ideas to the table - Berkeley Mono with its retro-inspired design that somehow feels modern, and Monaspace with its innovative approach to width-adjusting characters.
What I've learned is that the "perfect" programming font is highly personal and context-dependent. Different projects and environments might call for different fonts. Sometimes I want the clarity of Inter, other times I need the personality of Comic Code. And that's okay - having options keeps things interesting.