Videos in an Alternate World – VS Code Compile Issues with IBM i Source

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September 22, 2025

“Hey everyone, welcome back to another exciting lesson! I’m Nick Litten, your guide to mastering IBM i development, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s been puzzling a few of you out there. In this video, we’re tackling ‘VS Code for IBM i missing the Compile Option’ a common hiccup that can throw off your workflow, but don’t worry, we’ve got it covered!”

“Whether you’re a seasoned RPGLE pro or just getting started with Visual Studio Code on your IBM i system, you might have noticed that compile option disappearing on you. Is it a bug? A setup issue? We’ll walk through the reasons why this happens and, more importantly, how to fix it step-by-step. From checking your connections to tweaking those compile settings, I’ve got all the tips you need to get back to coding smoothly.”

“So, grab your favorite beverage, fire up your VS Code, and let’s solve this mystery together. Hit that like button if you’re ready, subscribe for more IBM i goodness, and let’s jump right in!”

Meanwhile… back in the REALWORLD you get this amateur level of video 🙂

NickLitten


IBM i Software Developer, Digital Dad, AS400 Anarchist, RPG Modernizer, Shameless Trekkie, Belligerent Nerd, Englishman Abroad and Passionate Eater of Cheese and Biscuits.

Nick Litten Dot Com is a mixture of blog posts that can be sometimes serious, frequently playful and probably down-right pointless all in the space of a day.

Enjoy your stay, feel free to comment and remember: If at first you don't succeed then skydiving probably isn't a hobby you should look into.

Nick Litten

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