Visual Studio Code Reviews

Visual Studio Code

4.8 out of 5 stars

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features 0 out of 5 stars
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Average Ratings 28 Ratings

Total 5 out of 5 stars
ease 5 out of 5 stars
features 5 out of 5 stars
design 5 out of 5 stars
support 4.5 out of 5 stars

Description

CodeLite is a free and open-source Integrated Development Environment (IDE) that operates across various platforms and is primarily aimed at developers working with C, C++, PHP, and JavaScript. This IDE provides a lightweight and customizable workspace, accommodating multiple compilers such as GCC, Clang, and Microsoft Visual C++. It boasts a user-friendly code editor equipped with features like syntax highlighting, auto-completion, and code refactoring tools. In addition, CodeLite comes with a built-in debugger that supports GDB, allowing users to easily set breakpoints, examine variables, and follow call stacks during debugging sessions. Furthermore, it extends its capabilities to include support for Node.js and TypeScript, enhancing its utility for both desktop and web application development. The versatility and cross-platform functionality (available on Windows, macOS, and Linux) combined with its integration with popular version control systems such as Git and Subversion solidify CodeLite as a preferred choice for developers in search of a streamlined alternative to more demanding IDEs. By prioritizing efficiency and user adaptability, CodeLite has carved out a significant niche in the development community.

Description

Visual Studio Code is a highly extensible AI-powered code editor built for developers who demand flexibility and performance. It combines intelligent coding assistance, modern debugging tools, and collaboration features in one lightweight package. With Agent Mode, VS Code reads your codebase, runs terminal commands, and edits across files automatically until tasks are complete. Its Next Edit Suggestions feature predicts and completes your next move as you type, enhancing speed and code accuracy. The Model Context Protocol (MCP) enables developers to connect their favorite AI models—from OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure, or Google—and extend functionality through custom servers. Developers can work in any language, from JavaScript and Python to C#, Java, and Go, while leveraging over 75,000 extensions for added productivity. Seamless integration with GitHub Codespaces, cloud storage, and CI/CD tools allows teams to code, collaborate, and deploy anywhere. Open-source at its core, VS Code empowers both individuals and enterprises to innovate without limits.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

C++ Yes 
JavaScript Yes 
PHP Yes 
Python Yes 
Rust Yes 
TypeScript Yes 
Bitculator No 
CoScreen No 
CodeQL No 
Codebuddy No 
Contrast Assess No 
DemoBro No 
Factory No 
GPT-5-Codex-Mini No 
GPT-5.1 No 
GPT-6 Sol No 
Inno Setup No 
IntelliCode No 
Robocorp No 
mantle AI No 

Integrations

C++ Yes 
JavaScript Yes 
PHP Yes 
Python Yes 
Rust Yes 
TypeScript Yes 
Bitculator Yes 
CoScreen Yes 
CodeQL Yes 
Codebuddy Yes 
Contrast Assess Yes 
DemoBro Yes 
Factory Yes 
GPT-5-Codex-Mini Yes 
GPT-5.1 Yes 
GPT-6 Sol Yes 
Inno Setup Yes 
IntelliCode Yes 
Robocorp Yes 
mantle AI Yes 

Pricing Details

Free
Open source
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

CodeLite

Founded

2006

Website

codelite.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Microsoft

Founded

1975

Country

United States

Website

code.visualstudio.com

Product Features

Code Editors

API Yes 
Auto-Complete Yes 
Code Folding Yes 
Column Editing Yes 
Customizable Themes Yes 
Debugging Yes 
Formatting / Table Editing Yes 
Keyboard Shortcuts Yes 
Multi-Monitor Editing Yes 
Syntax Highlighting Yes 
WYSIWYG Yes 

IDE

Code Completion Yes 
Compiler Yes 
Cross Platform Support Yes 
Debugger Yes 
Drag and Drop UI Yes 
Integrations and Plugins Yes 
Multi Language Support Yes 
Project Management Yes 
Text Editor / Code Editor Yes 

Product Features

Code Editors

API No 
Auto-Complete No 
Code Folding No 
Column Editing No 
Customizable Themes No 
Debugging No 
Formatting / Table Editing No 
Keyboard Shortcuts No 
Multi-Monitor Editing No 
Syntax Highlighting No 
WYSIWYG No 

IDE

Code Completion No 
Compiler No 
Cross Platform Support No 
Debugger No 
Drag and Drop UI No 
Integrations and Plugins No 
Multi Language Support No 
Project Management No 
Text Editor / Code Editor No 

Software Documentation

Access Roles / User Permissions Yes 
Automatic Documentation Generation Yes 
Collaboration Tools Yes 
Docs Web Hosting Yes 
Feedback Capture Yes 
Markdown Support Yes 
Multiple Formats Support Yes 
Multiple Versions Support Yes 
Version Control Yes 
WYSIWIG Editor No 
Webhooks Yes 
reStructured Text Support Yes 

Source Code Management

Access Controls/Permissions No 
Bug Tracking Yes 
Build Automation Yes 
Change Management Yes 
Code Review Yes 
Collaboration No 
Continuous Integration No 
Repository Management No 
Version Control No 

Text Editors

API Yes 
Auto-Complete Yes 
Code Folding Yes 
Column Editing Yes 
Customizable Themes Yes 
Debugging Yes 
Formatting / Table Editing Yes 
Keyboard Shortcuts Yes 
Multi-Monitor Editing Yes 
Syntax Highlighting Yes 
WYSIWYG Yes 

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