Installation and Navigation of Visual Studio Code (VS Code) Instructions: Answer the following questions based on your understanding of the installation and navigation of Visual Studio Code (VS Code). Provide detailed explanations and examples where appropriate.

Questions:

1. Installation of VS Code:

   • Describe the steps to download and install Visual Studio Code on Windows 11 operating system. Include any prerequisites that might be needed. step 1- type visual studio code download on your browser step 2 - download visual studio step 3 - run the installer step 4 - select workload and components step 5 - modify installation step 6 - install step 7 - launch visual code sign in with your microsoft account or create one if you dont have. step 8 - choose development environment step 9 - start coding

2. First-time Setup:

   • After installing VS Code, what initial configurations and settings should be adjusted for an optimal coding environment? Mention any important settings or extensions. python extension, pylance , python debugger, intellisense python .

3. User Interface Overview:

   • Explain the main components of the VS Code user interface. Identify and describe the purpose of the Activity Bar, Side Bar, Editor Group, and Status Bar. activity bar:

-purpose: The Activity Bar is located on the far left side of the VS Code window. It provides quick access to various views and functionalities within the editor.

• Components:
  • Explorer: Allows navigation and management of files and folders within your project.
  • Search: Provides tools for searching within your project files.
  • Source Control: Integrates with version control systems like Git, allowing you to manage changes to your codebase.
  • Run and Debug: Provides shortcuts to run and debug configurations, including starting and stopping debugging sessions.
  • Extensions: Manages VS Code extensions, allowing you to search, install, and manage additional features and tools.

Side Bar:

• Purpose: The Side Bar is adjacent to the Activity Bar and contains different views and panels that provide additional information and tools related to your project.

• Components:

  • Explorer: Displays the file system structure of your project, allowing you to navigate files and folders, create new files/folders, and perform basic file operations.
  • Search: Offers search functionality to find text within files across your project.
  • Source Control: Shows changes made to your project files, staging area for commits, and options for interacting with version control systems.
  • Extensions: Lists installed extensions and provides options for managing them, such as enabling, disabling, and uninstalling extensions.
  • Debug: Displays debugging-related information and controls, allowing you to manage breakpoints, step through code, view variables, and debug output.

Editor Group:

• Purpose: The Editor Group is the central area of the VS Code interface where your code files are opened for editing.

• Components:

  • Editor Tabs: Each open file is represented by a tab in the Editor Group, allowing you to switch between different files easily.
  • Split Editors: VS Code supports splitting the editor into multiple columns or rows (using Ctrl+\ or Cmd+\) to view and edit multiple files simultaneously.
  • File Contents: Shows the content of the currently selected file for editing. VS Code provides syntax highlighting, IntelliSense (code completion), and other editing features based on the file type and installed extensions.

Status Bar:

• Purpose: The Status Bar is located at the bottom of the VS Code window and provides information and quick actions relevant to your current workspace or file.

• Components:

  • Branch Information: Displays the current Git branch you are working on.
  • Notifications: Alerts you to important messages or events, such as errors or warnings in your code.
  • Language Mode: Shows the programming language mode of the current file.
  • Line and Column Numbers: Displays the current cursor position in the file.
  • Indentation: Indicates the indentation settings (spaces or tabs) of the current file.
  • Encoding: Shows the encoding format of the current file.
  • End of Line (EOL): Displays the end-of-line character format (e.g., LF or CRLF) of the current file.
  • Spaces/Tab Size: Indicates the current tab size and whether spaces or tabs are used for indentation.
  • Formatting: Provides access to formatting options and allows you to change the file format

4. Command Palette:

   • What is the Command Palette in VS Code, and how can it be accessed? Provide examples of common tasks that can be performed using the Command Palette. The Command Palette is where all Commands are found. It's important that your command names are labeled appropriately so users can easily find them.

   the command palette can be accessed in the keyboard shortcut : press ctrl+shift+p for windows/linux. alternatively it can be accessed using menu :click on 'view' in the top menu, then select 'command palette'

   examples that are be performed using the command pallete:

   • opening files (you can type open 'file' in the command pallete and the file will open without navigating through the file explorer)
   • Add keyboard shortcuts where appropriate
   • Use clear names for commands
   • Group commands together in the same category
   • running tasks
   • installing extensions

5. Extensions in VS Code:

   • Discuss the role of extensions in VS Code. How can users find, install, and manage extensions? Provide examples of essential extensions for web development.
   • VS Code extensions let you add languages, debuggers, and tools to your installation to support your development workflow. They allow users to tailor their development environment to match their workflow and requirements.
   • Customization: Users can personalize VS Code by installing extensions that cater to their programming languages, frameworks, and tools of choice. This flexibility makes VS Code adaptable for various types of development tasks.
   • Community Contribution: Many extensions are open source and contributed by the community, ensuring a wide range of tools and features are available for developers

To find extensions:

• by clicking on the Extensions icon in the Activity Bar on the side of VS Code or the View: Extensions command (Ctrl+Shift+X). to install extensions:
• To install an extension, select the Install button. Once the installation is complete, the Install button will change to the Manage gear button. managing extensions: Extensions can be enabled, disabled, updated, or uninstalled directly from the Extensions view in VS Code. VS Code also allows users to manage extensions via the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P or Cmd+Shift+P) with commands like "Extensions: Enable/Disable", "Extensions: Update All Extensions", etc. examples for web development: -ESLint: Helps enforce coding style and best practices for JavaScript and TypeScript. URL: ESLint on Marketplace Prettier - Code formatter: Provides automatic code formatting for various languages including JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and more. URL: Prettier on Marketplace Debugger for Chrome: Enables debugging JavaScript code in VS Code using the Chrome browser’s debugging features.

6. Integrated Terminal:
   • Describe how to open and use the integrated terminal in VS Code. What are the advantages of using the integrated terminal compared to an external terminal? this is how you can open the terminal:

• From the menu, use the Terminal > New Terminal or View > Terminal menu commands.
• From the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P), use the View: Toggle Terminal command.
• the advantagess of using the terminal: seamless workflow - he integrated terminal keeps your development workflow within the same window, reducing context switching between VS Code and external terminal windows.
• Access to Vs code features
• output and debugging

7. File and Folder Management:
   • Explain how to create, open, and manage files and folders in VS Code. How can users navigate between different files and directories efficiently? to create files or folders you can use:

• Click on the Explorer icon in the sidebar (or use Ctrl+Shift+E or Cmd+Shift+E to open it if it's hidden).

• Right-click in the Explorer panel and choose "New File".

• Use the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P or Cmd+Shift+P) and type "New File" to create a new file in the current workspace. To open a file in VS Code:

• Double-click on the file in the Explorer panel. Opening Folder in VS Code:

• Use File > Open Folder... from the menu bar, or simply drag and drop a folder into VS Code. to manage files and folders in VS Code:

• Renaming: Right-click on a file or folder in the Explorer panel and select "Rename", or press F2 with the item selected.

• Deleting: Right-click on a file or folder and choose "Delete", or press Delete key with the item selected. You can move files and folders within the Explorer panel:

• Drag and drop them to a new location.

• Right-click and use the options "Cut" and "Paste" (or use Ctrl+X and Ctrl+V). Switching Between Files:

• Using Tabs: Files that are open in VS Code are displayed as tabs at the top of the editor. Click on a tab to switch between open files.

• Quick Switch: Use the Ctrl+Tab (or Cmd+Tab on macOS) to cycle through recently opened files.

• Navigating Directories:

Explorer Panel: Use the Explorer panel (Ctrl+Shift+E or Cmd+Shift+E) to navigate through files and folders in your workspace.

8. Settings and Preferences:

• Where can users find and customize settings in VS Code? Provide examples of how to change the theme, font size, and keybindings.

  -Use the Settings editor to review and change VS Code settings. To open the Settings editor, navigate to File > Preferences > Settings. Alternately, open the Settings editor from the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P) with Preferences: Open Settings or use the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl+,). To change the theme in VS Code:

• Open the settings (Ctrl+, or Cmd+,). Search for "Color Theme" and click on "Edit in settings.json" or select from the dropdown list under "Workbench > Color Theme". Choose a new theme from the list (e.g., "Dark+ (default dark)", "Light (Visual Studio)", etc.). to adjust the font size in VS Code:

• Open the settings (Ctrl+, or Cmd+,). Search for "Font Size" and change the value under "Editor: Font Size". You can specify a numeric value (e.g., 14 for font size 14 pixels).

To change keybindings in VS Code: Open the settings (Ctrl+, or Cmd+,). Search for "Keybindings" and click on "Edit in settings.json" or "Keyboard Shortcuts" to open the keybindings editor.

9. Debugging in VS Code:
   • Outline the steps to set up and start debugging a simple program in VS Code. What are some key debugging features available in VS Code? To run or debug a simple app in VS Code, select Run and Debug on the Debug start view or press F5 and VS Code will try to run your currently active file. steps: install the required extensions open your project Create or Open a Debug Configuration Configure Debugging Options set breakpoints start debugging Multi-Language Support:

VS Code supports debugging for a wide range of programming languages including JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C/C++, Java, and more. Each language typically has its own set of debugging configurations and features tailored to its specific needs. Integrated Debugging Views:

Debug Sidebar: The Debug view in VS Code provides an intuitive interface to manage and interact with debugging sessions. Call Stack: Allows you to navigate through the stack frames of your program, showing you the current execution context. Watch: Lets you monitor the values of variables and expressions in real-time as you step through your code.

Breakpoints: Conditional Breakpoints: You can set breakpoints that only trigger based on specified conditions (e.g., when a variable equals a certain value). Logpoints: Instead of stopping the execution, logpoints allow you to print messages to the console without pausing the debugger.

Step-through Debugging: Step Over: Execute the current line and move to the next. Step Into: Move into the function call on the current line. Step Out: Finish executing the current function and return to the caller. Run to Cursor: Run until the cursor’s line is reached.

Debug Console: The Debug Console in VS Code allows you to interact with your program's output and execute commands during a debugging session. You can evaluate expressions and run code snippets directly in the context of your debugged program.

10. Using Source Control:
    • How can users integrate Git with VS Code for version control? Describe the process of initializing a repository, making commits, and pushing changes to GitHub. Initializing a Git Repository: Open Your Project:

Open VS Code and navigate to the folder or workspace containing your project files. Initialize Git Repository:

To initialize a new Git repository: Open the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P or Cmd+Shift+P on macOS). Type "Git: Initialize Repository" and select it. Choose the root folder of your project if prompted. Alternatively, you can open a terminal in VS Code (Ctrl+``) and run git init` in the root directory of your project.

Configure Git User Details (if not already configured):

Open a terminal in VS Code and run the following commands, replacing placeholders with your information: bash git config --global user.name "Your Name" git config --global user.email "[email protected]"

Making Commits: Stage Changes:

In VS Code, open the Source Control view by clicking on the Source Control icon in the Activity Bar on the side (or use Ctrl+Shift+G). You will see a list of changes in your project. Click on the + button next to each file or use the + button at the top to stage all changes. Write Commit Message:

After staging changes, enter a commit message that briefly describes the changes you’ve made. This helps in tracking and understanding changes later. Commit Changes:

Click the checkmark icon (✓) in the Source Control view to commit the changes. Alternatively, press Ctrl+Enter while in the commit message input box. Pushing Changes to GitHub: Link Your Repository to GitHub:

If your repository is not yet linked to a remote GitHub repository, you can do this by: Creating a new repository on GitHub (if one doesn't exist). Copying the remote repository URL (e.g., https://github.com/username/repository.git). Add Remote Repository:

Open the terminal in VS Code (`Ctrl+``) and add the remote repository using the following command: bash

git remote add origin <remote_repository_url> Replace <remote_repository_url> with the URL of your GitHub repository. Push Changes:

After committing your changes locally, push them to GitHub: Click on the ellipsis (...) in the Source Control view and select "Push". Alternatively, open the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P or Cmd+Shift+P), type "Git: Push", and select it. Select the branch you want to push and confirm the action. Enter your GitHub credentials if prompted. Verify Changes on GitHub:

After successfully pushing changes, go to your GitHub repository in a web browser to verify that your commits have been pushed.

Submission Guidelines:

• Your answers should be well-structured, concise, and to the point.
• Provide screenshots or step-by-step instructions where applicable.
• Cite any references or sources you use in your answers.
• Submit your completed assignment by 1st July