VS Code
VS Code (Your Main Coding Workspace)
Most of your time as a developer is spent writing and reading code.
VS Code is where that happens.
What Is VS Code?
Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is a code editor.
It helps you:
- write code
- read code
- debug programs
- manage projects
All in one place.
Why Engineers Use VS Code
✍️ Built for Coding
VS Code understands code:
- syntax highlighting
- auto-completion
- error hints
This makes coding faster and less error-prone.
🔌 Powerful Extensions
VS Code can be customized with extensions for:
- Python
- Java
- C / C++
- Docker
- GitHub
One editor for many languages.
🧠 Beginner-Friendly, Professional-Ready
- Easy to start
- Grows with your skills
- Used by beginners and senior engineers alike
You don’t outgrow it.
🐞 Debugging Made Simple
VS Code includes a visual debugger:
- set breakpoints
- step through code
- inspect variables
This helps you understand how programs work.
🧩 Works Well With Git
VS Code has built-in Git support:
- see changes
- commit code
- resolve conflicts
Perfect for learning version control.
Beginner Mental Model
Think of VS Code as:
“A smart notebook that understands programming.”
Simple Workflow
- Open a folder
- Write code
- Run or debug
- Save and commit
Everything stays organized.