Learning Visual Studio Code

Course details

Visual Studio Code is a lightweight source code editor that boasts the advanced features of an IDE and runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS. It provides easy access to many extensions for additional features and support for languages like C#, C++, Python, Java, and much more. It also comes with support for embedded Git control, debugging, intelligent code completion, code refactoring, and more.

In this course, learn the basics of Visual Studio Code with industry expert Brice Wilson. Brice helps you get started with Visual Studio Code by showing you how to use the command line, install extensions, write and edit code, integrate with source control, and configure and use the terminal. By the end of this course, you’ll also be equipped with the skills you need to know to automate everyday tasks and use the built-in Node.js debugger.

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Learning Visual Studio Code
02 - What you should know

1. Configuring and Getting Started with Visual Studio Code

03 - Understanding the default layout
04 - Opening files and folders
05 - Using the command palette
06 - Configuring settings

2. Installing Extensions

07 - Installing themes
08 - Additional languages and debuggers
09 - Additional editor functionality

3. Writing and Editing Code

10 - Arranging editor windows
11 - Code navigation
12 - Taking advantage of IntelliSense
13 - Refactoring code
14 - Using built-in code snippets
15 - Creating custom code snippets

4. Integrating with Source Control

16 - Initializing a repository and managing changes
17 - Working with remotes
18 - Resolving merge conflicts

5. Configuring and Using the Terminal

19 - Using the terminal
20 - Configuring terminal options
21 - Creating terminal profiles

6. Using Tasks

22 - Running auto-detected tasks
23 - Creating custom tasks

7. Debugging Programs

24 - Using the built-in Node.js debugger
25 - Creating launch configurations

Conclusion

26 - Continue your Visual Studio Code learning journey