About Introduction to VS-Code for IBM i
Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is a popular, open-source code editor that has gained widespread adoption across various platforms, including IBM i. The Code for IBM i extension for VS Code provides a comprehensive set of tools and features that enable developers to create, edit, and manage IBM i applications directly within the VS Code environment.
With the Code for IBM i extension, developers can:
- Edit RPG, COBOL, and CL source code with syntax highlighting and code completion
- Compile and debug IBM i programs
- Interact with IBM i databases and files
- Use the integrated terminal to execute IBM i commands and scripts
- Leverage the power of VS Code's extensions, such as Git integration and code refactoring tools
The Code for IBM i extension for VS Code provides a modern, intuitive, and flexible development environment that can help increase productivity and efficiency for IBM i developers.
Whether you're a seasoned IBM i developer or new to the platform, VS Code is definitely worth exploring.
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Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is a popular, open-source code editor that has gained widespread adoption across various platforms, including IBM i. The Code for IBM i extension for VS Code provides a comprehensive set of tools and features that enable developers to create, edit, and manage IBM i applications directly within the VS Code environment.
The more I use Visual Studio Code the more I like it. Here are my top 10 reasons I find this such a useful programming tool:
1. Extensive IBM i Support
2. Debugging Capabilities
3. Integration with IBM i Tools
4. Source Member and IFS Browsing and Editing
5. Active and Growing Community
6. Cross-Platform Compatibility
7. Extensibility and Customization
8. Built-In Git Support
9. IntelliSense and Code Snippets
10. Terminal Integration
Step 1: Download Visual Studio Code
Step 2: Install Visual Studio Code
Step 3: Install the Code for IBM i Extension
Step 4: Configure the Code for IBM i Extension
Step 5: Verify the Installation
That's it! You should now have Visual Studio Code installed and configured for IBM i programming.