VS Code will be the Integrated Development Environment (IDE) we will use to develop web applications. It is a sophisticated collection of development tools for:
First Find the appropriate setup instructions for your system by selecting a link under the Cross platform section. Download and install VS Code and follow the instructions to get it setup.
Second Watch quick tour of VGetting started with Visual Studio Code. You can skip the download, install, and launch if you successfully completed this from above.
Third Skim thorough the VS Code interface overview
Important If you are not already familiar with using a command shell (AKA command shell, command line, terminal) then take a quick look at Django Girls Command line Tutorial. We will be making use of VS Code’s integrated terminally frequently and you need to know the basics.
You should now be ready to use VS Code in class!