Visual Studio Code
A source code editor with support for debugging, Git, and a rich ecosystem of extensions for various programming languages and runtimes
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| + | IntelliSense | Provides smart code completions based on variable types, function definitions, and imported modules |
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| + | Debugging | Debug code directly from the editor with breakpoints, call stacks, and an interactive console |
| + | Version Control | Integrated Git support for version control, including commit, push, pull, and branch management |
| + | Extensions | Browse and install extensions to enhance functionality |
| + | Code Navigation | Navigate through code with features like Go to Definition, Peek Definition, and Find All References |
| + | Emmet | Use Emmet syntax for faster HTML and CSS coding |
| + | Code Navigation | Navigate through code with features like Go to Definition, Peek Definition, and Find All References |
| + | Realtime Collaboration | Collaborate with others in real time by sharing your coding session |
| + | Code Snippets | Insert reusable code snippets to speed up coding |
| + | Settings Sync | Sync settings, extensions, and keybindings across multiple devices |
| + | Code Formatting | Automatically format code based on language-specific rules |
| + | Integrated Terminal | Access a command-line interface directly within the editor |
| + | Customizable Layout | Customize the editor layout to fit your workflow |
| + | Themes | Change the look and feel of the editor with various themes |
| + | Bracket Matching | Highlights matching brackets to make code easier to read |
| + | Code Refactoring | Tools to refactor code, such as renaming variables and extracting methods |
| + | Zen Mode | Distraction-free coding environment by hiding all UI elements |
| + | File Explorer | Browse and manage files and folders within the editor |
| + | Split View | Open multiple files side by side for easier comparison and editing |
| + | Integrated API Documentation | Access documentation for APIs directly within the editor |
| - | Complex Configuration | Setting up and configuring the editor can be complex for some users |
| - | Resource-Intensive | The editor can consume significant system resources for moderately large code bases, affecting performance |
| - | Privacy | Includes telemetry and other data collection enabled by default, which may not be as privacy-friendly as its completely open-source counterparts |
System Requirements
| # | Recommended |
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| 2 | 1.6 GHz or faster processor |
| 3 | 1 GB of RAM |
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Ratings
4.675
| Capterra | 4.85 based on 1636 reviews |
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| G2CROWD | 4.75 based on 2316 reviews |
| TechRadar | 4.55 based on professional's opinion |