VS Code is NOT an IDE.

by Apr 14, 2025

VS Code is NOT an IDE.

And I like it that way.

  • I use VS Code as a fast text editor.

  • Just a couple of bare-bone plugins.

  • No bloat. No unnecessary features. Just speed.

I see people turning VS Code into a full-fledged IDE with tons of extensions. At that point… just use an IDE!

For real work, I use Rider (mostly) and sometimes Visual Studio. That’s what IDEs are for—full feature sets, debugging, refactoring, deep integrations.

VS Code is my quick and lightweight tool, and I intend to keep it that way.

What’s your setup? Do you keep VS Code lean or turn it into an IDE? 🚀

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Remy van Duijkeren

Remy van Duijkeren

Power Platform Advisor

Microsoft Power Platform Advisor with over 25 years of experience in IT with a focus on (marketing) automation and integration.

Helping organizations with scaling their business by automating processes on the Power Platform (Dynamics 365).

Expert in Power Platform, Dynamics 365 (Marketing & Sales) and Azure Integration Services. Giving advice and strategy consultancy.

Services:
– Strategy and tactics advise
– Automating and integrating

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