Visual Studio Code

Definition

Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is a lightweight yet powerful source code editor developed by Microsoft. It supports multiple programming languages and offers various extensions to enhance productivity during coding.

Related terms

Source Code Editor: A source code editor is a text editor specifically designed for writing or editing source code of computer programs. It provides syntax highlighting, auto-completion, indentation support, and other features tailored for coding.

Extensions: In the context of VS Code, extensions are add-ons or plugins that enhance its functionality by providing additional features or support for specific programming languages or frameworks.

Productivity: Productivity refers to the efficiency and effectiveness with which tasks are completed. In the context of coding, productivity can be improved by using tools, shortcuts, and techniques that streamline the development process.