Published Apr 25, 2026, 12:30 PM EDT A technology enthusiast, Bobby studied Computer Science at the University of Southampton before working in a number of roles across industries, from the private sector to the charitable one, at multinationals and startups. He’s helped maintain backend Java servers, designed databases and front-end interfaces, and created a bespoke content management system. Bobby also enjoys video gaming, and has written for several outlets, including a stint as Editor-in-Chief at  Switch Player Magazine  and contributions to online magazine, SUPERJUMP . Bobby uses a Mac for day-to-day work and an Android phone for distractions. Vim normally shows basic information at the bottom of the screen, including the file name and the current line number. But the statusline takes this concept much further, with more information available using several built-in variables. You can go even further using Vim script to populate the statusline with almost any data available to your system.…