What do users say about Visual Studio Code?

Visual Studio Code has become an important part of my daily work because It is fast, easy to use, and gives me all the tools I need to write, test, and manage my code efficiently. Visual Studio Code is the code editor I use every day for my work and personal projects. I mainly use it for Python programming, data analysis tasks, and machine learning projects. What I like most is how simple and easy it is to use. When I open it, everything is organized and easy to find, so I can start working right away. In my daily work, I write and test Python code in Visual Studio Code. The code suggestions help me write code faster and reduce small typing mistakes. This saves time, especially when I am working on larger scripts or projects. I also like that I can run my code and check the results without switching to different applications. This makes my workflow smoother and helps me focus on my work. Even when I have multiple files open for a project, the editor runs smoothly and does not slow down my computer. Another feature I use often is extensions. I have installed a few extensions for Python development, and they were very easy to set up. These extensions add useful features that make coding and debugging much easier. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I have been using Visual Studio Code for a long time, and overall my experience has been very good. However, there are a few small things that I think could be improved. When I first started using it for Python projects and data analysis work, I was not sure which extensions I actually needed. There were so many options available that it took some time to understand which ones would be useful for my work. I have also noticed that when I install too many extensions, the editor can become a little slower. Because of this, I try to keep only the extensions that I use regularly. Once I removed the extra ones, the performance became much better. Another thing is that some features that many developers use every day require separate extensions. It would be nice if a few of these commonly used features were included by default so new users could get started more easily. These are only minor issues for me. After using Visual Studio Code regularly for coding, debugging, and working on projects, I became comfortable with it. The benefits are much greater than these small drawbacks, and it is still the editor I use the most. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most about Visual Studio Code is how it stays fast and responsive even when I'm juggling multiple projects. The extension ecosystem lets me tailor it to exactly what I need, whether I'm working with JavaScript, Python, Docker, or Git. Features like IntelliSense, the integrated terminal, built-in Git support, and the debugger all work together smoothly Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One downside is that VS Code relies heavily on extensions for many advanced features. While that flexibility is great, installing too many extensions can increase memory usage and occasionally slow down performance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

it is easy to use small memory when u download it and works fast and i like that i can use it for different programming languages. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

when i use many extensions it becomes slow than usual but it is ok because i like it more than any program. also some extensions do not work well but overall i think it is a very good tool to use Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Visual Studio Code as my primary environment for full stack development and building complex architecture. I love its seamless integration with GitHub Copilot and how it helps me accelerate UI/UX prototyping, manage backend logic, and streamline my overall engineering process. It mainly solves workflow fragmentation and constant context switching, centralizing everything in one lightweight window. The lightweight core modular extension ecosystem is fantastic. I can tailor the environment exactly how I need, plugging in Copilot, Git, and my backend tools without the memory bloat of traditional IDEs. This prevents resource hogging and keeps the editor fast, preserving my CPU and RAM for running local servers and AI generations. The initial setup was extremely easy, with the core editor installing instantly and minimal effort needed to configure my custom AI stack. Overall, it's the best lightweight editor for modern, AI-driven development. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Extension conflicts and a cramped AI UI. Copilot's inline suggestions occasionally clash with native IntelliSense, causing UI stutter. Additionally, the sidebar chat is too narrow for managing large architectural contexts with AI models. It needs a more fluid, dedicated workspace for heavy AI interactions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love working with vision studio code. The best thing about it is like we can integrated multiple different languages. We can use multiple different extensions. Almost it. Supports it open up quickly. We can go quickly and overall our vast big community. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Overall vision today is very great. The one thing if you ask me what I don't like it is bit complicated to configure sometimes very handy thing to set. It takes a lot of time and needs to understand a lot other than that. It is simple. Quick only setting seems to be bit difficult. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Visual Studio Code daily as a Full Stack Developer for both frontend and backend development. Most of my projects are built with React, Next.js, Node.js, Express, MongoDB, and MySQL. VS Code has been reliable for handling multiple projects at the same time while keeping the workflow lightweight and fast.

One of the biggest advantages for me is IntelliSense and the extension ecosystem. Extensions like ESLint, Prettier, GitHub Copilot, REST Client, Docker, and Thunder Client help speed up development and reduce repetitive work. The auto-import suggestions and real-time error highlighting are especially useful when working on large React components and API integrations.

I also heavily use the integrated terminal and Git support. Being able to run npm commands, manage branches, commit changes, and debug applications directly inside the editor saves a lot of time during development. The built-in debugging tools for Node.js applications are very convenient when troubleshooting backend APIs.

Another feature I appreciate is remote development support. I sometimes work with Linux VPS servers and containers, and VS Code makes remote editing and deployment much easier compared to traditional IDEs.

Overall, VS Code provides a smooth and productive environment for full-stack web development without consuming excessive system resources. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

When many extensions are installed, performance can slow down noticeably, especially on larger projects with multiple dependencies. Startup time and memory usage can increase when running several extensions together.

I have also experienced occasional extension conflicts after major updates, particularly with formatting and linting plugins. In some cases, settings synchronization between devices can also become inconsistent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Visual Studio Code is my go-to editor, and it makes my daily workflow incredibly smooth. The most helpful part is how great it is to code with its auto-complete and real-time error catching. It points out my mistakes before I even run the code, which saves me a lot of debugging time.

It is also highly customizable because of the massive marketplace of extensions. Whether I am writing Python scripts or configuring tools like Docker and Ansible on my Ubuntu machine, I can always find the exact plugins I need.

The new GitHub Copilot integration takes it to another level. Having access to multiple AI models, the Copilot agent, and the new plan feature is incredibly useful for brainstorming and writing code faster. Along with other built-in features like the integrated terminal, it just provides a complete, reliable, and fantastic coding experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While I love using VS Code, its performance can sometimes be a major drawback. Because it is built on Electron, it can consume a massive amount of RAM and memory. When running multiple extensions or working on large projects, this heavy resource usage frequently slows down my system, causes my PC to heat up, or even makes the editor hang entirely. Because of this, it often feels way too overwhelming and heavy if I just want to perform a simple coding task or quickly browse through a repository.

Additionally, managing updates on Ubuntu isn't very user-friendly. Depending on how it's installed (like via Snap or manual .deb packages), getting the latest version can feel clunky and interrupted, which breaks the seamless experience you expect from a modern editor. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The best thing about VS Code is that it supports all coding languages and has a vast amount of extensions available, which makes coding simpler and more enjoyable. Extensions like Live Server make my development work much easier. It’s also helpful for working with APIs. Overall, it’s a lightweight yet very powerful tool that’s enough to handle all my coding requirements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

VS Code is generally very lightweight, but it can become quite heavy and consume a lot of RAM when I’m running multiple extensions at the same time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like best about Visual Studio Code is how lightweight yet powerful it feels for development. It starts quickly, works smoothly even on average systems, and has excellent extension support for almost every language and framework. Features like IntelliSense, integrated terminal, Git integration, debugging, and customizable themes make daily coding much more efficient. It’s also very flexible, whether you’re working on small scripts, enterprise applications, or cloud-based projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I dislike about Visual Studio Code is that after installing many extensions, it can start feeling slower and memory usage increases noticeably. Sometimes extensions conflict with each other or stop working after updates, which affects productivity. For large enterprise projects, debugging and dependency management can also become a bit messy compared to heavier full-fledged IDEs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Visual Studio Code primarily for VB.NET, PowerShell, and HTML development. Its clean, highly customizable UI/UX feels intuitive and makes it easy to set up my workspace exactly the way I want. It’s also impressively fast and lightweight, so I can work with large files and multiple projects without noticeable lag.

The built-in Git integration, along with the huge library of extensions for SharePoint, Azure, and Microsoft 365, keeps my workflows smooth and efficient. IntelliSense offers helpful code completions and parameter hints, and GitHub Copilot support adds AI-powered suggestions when I need them. With Git built in, I can stage and commit changes, review diffs, and push updates without ever leaving the editor.

Getting started was as fluid as cream—straightforward from the beginning, backed by excellent documentation and strong community support. Best of all, it’s completely free and open-source, delivering enterprise-grade capabilities without licensing costs. It’s saved us thousands compared to paid IDEs, while still maintaining full productivity across both development and IT administration workflows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Few things could be better or improved like: At time IntelliSense can be slow or inconsistent with certain extensions in large projects. I wish there were better in-built tools to organize extensions and profiles. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.