Series articles: VSCode - Tips, extensions and shortcuts
Everyday VS Code tips, extensions, and shortcuts to speed up your coding.
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Do I need VSCode on my machine to use it? →
Learn how to run VSCode in your browser using Docker and the `code-server` image. Edit code remotely without installing VSCode on your local machine.
July 6, 2025
Todo Tree in VSCode →
Stop forgetting your TODOs and FIXMEs! Use the VSCode Todo Tree extension to summarize all code annotations like TODO, FIXME, and TEMPORARY into one easy-to-track dashboard.
March 7, 2025
Using the JetBrains Mono font in vscode →
Improve your coding experience! Learn how to install the free and highly legible JetBrains Mono font and enable beautiful font ligatures in VSCode with this quick configuration guide.
September 19, 2024
Working with regions in VSCode →
Master code folding in VSCode with regions. Learn how to use them in PHP and how to enable region support for unsupported files like Dockerfile with a simple extension.
August 5, 2024
PHP Getter and Setter in VSCode →
Implement secure PHP Getters and Setters in VSCode effortlessly. Learn the best practices for private class properties and use the recommended extension to generate them instantly.
June 16, 2024
CodeSnap addon for VSCode →
Easily take beautiful, shareable screenshots of your code snippets right inside VS Code with the CodeSnap extension. A simple, step-by-step guide.
April 19, 2024
Export the list of extensions you've installed in VSCode →
Export and share your list of installed VS Code extensions using the `code --list-extensions` command. Learn how to generate direct installation commands for easy setup on a new machine using PowerShell or Linux.
April 19, 2024
Multiple cursors in vscode →
Need to edit multiple lines in VSCode where search/replace fails? Learn the powerful Multiple Cursors feature and the quick keyboard shortcut to make bulk edits instantly.
April 19, 2024
Error Lens addon for VSCode →
Never miss a warning again! The VSCode Error Lens addon shows errors, notices, and warnings directly in your editor's coding area, helping you write better code faster and catch typos that lead to silent bugs.
March 3, 2024
Autosave feature in VSCode →
Tired of forgetting to save files in VS Code? Learn how to easily enable the Autosave feature, set it to onFocusChange, and never lose unsaved changes again!
January 20, 2024
Start vscode from github.com →
Did you know you can open VSCode for any GitHub repository instantly? Discover the secret shortcut—just press the dot key (.). Start coding online now!
November 27, 2023
Sticky scroll in vscode →
Enable VS Code's powerful Sticky Scroll feature! Keep contextual lines (like class, function, or section headings) pinned to the top of your editor for effortless code and document navigation.
November 27, 2023
Markdown folding not working →
Fix your VS Code Markdown code folding issue! Learn why folding may not be working and discover the simple solution to enable code blocks and headings folding for a cleaner editing experience.
November 3, 2023