Introduction to VS-Code for IBM i

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.

Code for IBM i extension

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.

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