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Are you looking to enhance your C# development experience? Look no further! Visual Studio Code provides optimized support for cross-platform .NET development, making it the perfect editor for all your C# projects. In this article, we will explore the rich features and capabilities of Visual Studio Code when it comes to C# programming.
Installing C# Support
Visual Studio Code offers C# language support through the C# Dev Kit extension. You can easily install it from within the UI by searching for 'C# Dev Kit' in the Extensions view. Alternatively, if you already have a project with C# files, Visual Studio Code will prompt you to install the extension as soon as you open a C# file.
C# Dev Kit: Powering Your C# Experience
Visual Studio Code leverages the power of Roslyn and the C# Dev Kit to offer you an enhanced C# development experience. This includes support for .NET projects, MSBuild projects, and C# scripts (CSX). Whether you're working on an ASP.NET Core App, a Blazor Web App, or a Console App, Visual Studio Code has got you covered.
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To see a full list of supported project types, simply open the Command Palette and search for '.NET: New Project..'. This will provide you with a comprehensive list of project types that you can work with in Visual Studio Code.
Editing Evolved: Make Coding Effortless
Visual Studio Code provides a range of editing features that will make your coding experience effortless. From format on type and IntelliSense to AI-powered code completion with GitHub Copilot, you'll have all the tools you need to write code faster and smarter.
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IntelliSense, the beloved code suggestion feature, is just a keystroke away. Simply hit ⌃Space (Windows, Linux Ctrl+Space) to get context-specific suggestions while you're coding. And with GitHub Copilot, you can take advantage of AI-powered code generation and learning capabilities.
Snippets and Symbols: Boost Your Productivity
Visual Studio Code also offers snippets and symbol search features that can significantly boost your productivity. Whether you're looking for code snippets or searching for symbols, Visual Studio Code makes it easy to find what you need.
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In addition to built-in snippets, you can create your own User Defined Snippets for C# to further customize your coding experience. And with the ability to search for symbols and see references directly within the editor, navigating and understanding your code has never been easier.
Testing Made Simple
The C# Dev Kit extension in Visual Studio Code also provides robust support for testing. With support for popular test frameworks like XUnit, NUnit, and MSTest, you can easily run and debug test cases, view test reports, and manage your tests using the Testing Explorer.
For more information on testing with the C# Dev Kit, refer to our comprehensive Testing documentation.
Next Steps: Level up Your C# Development
Ready to take your C# development to the next level? Here are a few resources to help you get started:
- C# Dev Kit documentation
- .NET Development - get up and running with cross-platform .NET
- Basic Editing - explore the powerful features of the Visual Studio Code editor
- Tasks - learn how to utilize tasks to streamline your project workflow
- Debugging - master the debugger and troubleshoot your code effectively
- Unity Development - discover how to leverage Visual Studio Code in your Unity projects
By leveraging the powerful features of Visual Studio Code and the C# Dev Kit extension, you can enhance your C# development experience and unlock your full potential as a C# developer. Happy coding!
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