Key Features
Intelligent Code Editor
Syntax highlighting, IntelliSense, and code navigation for faster development.
Built-in Debugging
Debug code directly from the editor with breakpoints, call stacks, and watch variables.
Extensions Marketplace
Customize your editor with thousands of extensions for languages, themes, and tools.
Git Integration
Commit, push, pull, and resolve merge conflicts directly from the editor.
How It Works
Download VS Code
Install the editor from the official website for Windows, macOS, or Linux.
Choose Language Support
Install extensions for JavaScript, Python, C++, Go, and more.
Customize Your Setup
Pick themes, keybindings, and settings to match your workflow.
Start Coding
Open a folder or workspace and begin writing code with IntelliSense and snippets.
Debug & Deploy
Use built-in debugger and terminal to test and deploy your applications.
Code Example
// Example: JavaScript function in VS Code
function greet(name) {
return `Hello, ${name}!`;
}
console.log(greet("Alice"));Use Cases
Web Development
Build modern web apps with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and more.
Python & Data Science
Use Jupyter notebooks, Python extensions, and integrated terminals for analysis.
DevOps & Containers
Manage Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines with extensions and tasks.
Remote Development
Code in remote containers, WSL, or cloud environments using VS Code Remote.
Integrations & Resources
Explore Visual Studio Code’s ecosystem and find the tools, platforms, and docs to accelerate your workflow.
Popular Integrations
- Git, GitHub, GitLab
- Docker, Kubernetes
- Jupyter, Python, Node.js
- Azure, AWS, GCP
- Markdown, ESLint, Prettier
Helpful Resources
FAQ
Common questions about Visual Studio Code’s capabilities, usage, and ecosystem.