What do users say about Visual Studio Code?

I use Visual Studio Code as my primary development environment, and what makes it incredibly valuable is the seamless integration of its built-in terminal and native Git/Github support. It strikes the perfect balance between being a lightweight text editor and a fully capable IDE, handling everything from complex object-oriented programming to quick configuration edits smoothly. VS Code solves the problem of a fragmented development workflow by bringing everything into a single, cohesive interface. Its integrated terminal, seamless GitHub sync, and powerful debugging tools eliminate tech friction, allowing efficient management of server-side logic and code repositories without the performance lag of a heavy IDE. What I like most is the perfect balance it strikes between lightweight performance and massive extensibility. The marketplace lets me customize the editor precisely to my workflow, while features like smart IntelliSense auto-completion and native Git support drastically improve my coding efficiency without draining my system's resources. Beyond core features, the workspace directory management and global search capabilities work exceptionally well. It handles multi-file layouts and complex project structures effortlessly, allowing me easy navigation using intuitive keyboard shortcuts. Its native support for markdown makes managing technical documentation alongside source code a seamless experience. The initial setup was smooth and easy, just plug and play. I primarily use it in tandem with Git and GitHub for seamless source control and repository sync, and it functions as the command center for running backend apps and package managers directly through the integrated terminal. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I would love to see improvements in extension resource optimization and advanced setting management. As a project grows and more development tools are added, background processes can occasionally cause memory spikes and UI lag. Additionally, relying on manual edits to raw JSON config files for advanced workspace tweaks can be error-prone. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I've been using Visual Studio Code for my college projects, and it's become my go-to code editor. What I like most is how fast it is and how easy it is to customize with extensions. The built-in terminal saves me from switching between different applications, and features like auto-completion and debugging help me find mistakes quickly. It supports almost every programming language I use, so I don't have to keep changing editors. Overall, it makes coding much smoother and more organized. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I don't like is that after installing several extensions, Visual Studio Code can become a bit slow, especially when working on larger projects. Sometimes extensions conflict with each other, which can cause unexpected issues. It also takes some time to figure out which extensions are actually useful because there are so many available. Other than that, I haven't faced any major problems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Easy to use. Unlike IntelliJ IDE, which needs a lot of configurations beforehand. Visual code onboards new developers very fast and is helpful. VS Code is free for both private and commercial uses, which is a very big relief. One of the best things for me is I can write JS, JAVA, and html code in an instant. The integration is smooth compared to all other IDEs. The realtime performance of the code is also fast, port 8080 works fast in Visual Studio Code(haha).I have used GIThub copilot for my company project and I liked it. The smooth integration is why I have used VS code for last 2 years. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Just the split terminal mode. For my Mac, I dont know why it always messes up my view. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

First of all, it’s free to use and has a beginner-friendly UI, making the onboarding process incredibly smooth. It also offers tons of shortcuts that are easy to remember, especially if you code often. There are extensions as well, and they’re free to use; some can auto-complete your code (not helpful every single time, but most of the time, yes). It also has GitHub Copilot integrated to support AI auto-complete and chat for writing your code. Overall, it’s a well-maintained, robust IDE that works well whether you’re a beginner or a professional. It's lightweight and fast compared to other IDEs available on the market, handles large project smoothly without taking up much memory of the system. Also has built-in Git integrations and terminal. Overall, for 0 dollar price tag it's unmatched return on investment Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The biggest problem i have with VS code is how bad the auto complete and suggestions are sometimes when writting code and the pop-ups when you hover on your code and it get's in your way when you are thinking about the code and what to write further, the previous code is completely blocked and out of visibility until your take your mouse pointer away which is annoying ASF. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how easy it is to integrate with other services, and how straightforward it is to manage the configuration settings. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I disliked the initial theme it provides, as well as the bad performance on some older systems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I added my honest review and also updated 3 time but they just rejected it don't add review it's only waste of time. Visual Studio Code is lightweight and fast, which helps me complete my tasks faster compared to other tools. It also supports many programming languages, and one of the most useful features is the ability to add extensions. For example, when I want to format my code using an extension, I can do it easily and quickly. It also supports debugging, so I can add breakpoints and solve issues in my code more directly. In addition, I can integrate it with other platforms such as Git Desktop, where I can push my code to Git and choose which changes I want to add or reject. Overall, Visual Studio Code is a very useful, powerful, and user-friendly tool that makes developers’ lives easier. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Visual Studio Code is powerful and lightweight, but it can still slow down and become memory-hungry—especially when I’ve installed too many extensions or I’m juggling multiple projects at the same time. I’ve also run into conflicts while setting up the debugger, and once that happens, figuring out what’s causing the problem and fixing the code can get pretty confusing. On top of that, the update process occasionally gets stuck and lags badly, and I’ve sometimes noticed issues even after the update completes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is the best platform where we can develop apps. It’s useful for coding and many more things. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The only thing I dislike is that sometimes it creates problems when running live code. It can also cause issues with Python libraries, since Python is getting updated day by day, and because of that it occasionally creates problems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Visual Studio Code primarily for developing applications and projects like AI voice assistant. I really appreciate the smooth user interface, which is unlike other platforms where users struggle to find their way around. It makes developing projects easy. The preloaded extensions are a big plus since they make our work much easier by providing everything I need within the platform. I find it really useful that Visual Studio Code notifies me if a language extension is missing and allows me to install it with just one click. The initial setup was really smooth, and I didn't face any problems installing it on my device or my friends' devices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Better connectivity to AI tools, or integrating some tools to the platform itself would be better making our work easier. Just like how Codex is integrated into Visual Studio, I would prefer they build their own AI tools which give quick suggestions and implement fixes, rather than using some extension which comes at a price. I would suggest they launch their own AI space just like Canva code. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like best about VS Code is the integration with GitHub Copilot. As a developer, it really boosts my productivity because I can write code faster and get suggestions instantly. Sometimes it feels like I can build almost anything with its help, whether I’m working on Python or web development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. It reduces the effort in writing repetitive code and helps me understand better approaches while coding. Overall, it makes development smoother and more efficient. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I don’t like is related to Copilot limits. There are limits on usage like per session, per day, and even monthly limits, and they get exhausted quickly. This becomes a big problem when I’m coding continuously because I start depending on it and then suddenly I can’t use it. It breaks my workflow and feels restrictive, especially when I am in the middle of development. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most about Visual Studio Code is how lightweight it is and how quickly it opens. I mainly use it for Python, React, and JavaScript, and it works really well for all of them. The extensions are probably my favorite feature because you can customize it with almost anything you need. I also like the built-in Git integration since it saves me from switching between different apps. Sometimes it gets a bit slow if I install too many extensions, but that's not a big issue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I don't like about Visual Studio Code is that it can get a little slow when I install too many extensions, and sometimes it uses more RAM than I expect. I've also had a few cases where some extensions stopped working properly after an update, so I had to spend some time fixing them. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.