In this unit, students will learn how to customize VSCode using JSON settings files. Students will understand JSON syntax, create their own settings files, and configure various editor behaviors to improve their development workflow.
Getting Started with VSCode Settings (Setup)
Prepare your development environment and understand the basics of VSCode customization before diving into settings files.
Introduction to Settings Files and JSON (Foundation)
Learn what settings files are, understand JSON format, and master the basic syntax rules for creating configuration files.
Basic Editor Customization (Appearance)
Set up color themes and configure tab size to personalize your editor’s appearance and improve code readability.
Text Editing Settings (Functionality)
Enable word wrap and format-on-save features to enhance your text editing experience and maintain code quality.
File Management Settings (Workflow)
Configure auto-save and tab label formatting to streamline your file management workflow.
Complete Settings File (Integration)
Create a complete settings file that combines all the configurations learned in previous levels.
Advanced Settings and Exploration (Advanced)
Explore additional settings, understand complex configurations, and experiment with advanced VSCode features.
By the end of this unit, students will: