diff --git a/how to submit using Vs code b/how to submit using Vs code new file mode 100644 index 0000000..eb777cb --- /dev/null +++ b/how to submit using Vs code @@ -0,0 +1,112 @@ +Here's a comprehensive guide to downloading, installing, and configuring Visual Studio Code (VS Code) on a Windows 11 operating system, along with an overview of its user interface, command palette, extensions, integrated terminal, file management, settings, debugging, and Git integration. +Installation of VS Code +Steps to Download and Install Visual Studio Code on Windows 11 +Download Visual Studio Code: +Go to the Visual Studio Code website. +Click the "Download for Windows" button to download the installer. +Run the Installer: +Once the download is complete, locate the installer file (e.g., VSCodeUserSetup-{version}.exe) in your Downloads folder. +Double-click the installer to run it. +Follow Installation Prompts: +Accept the license agreement and click "Next." +Choose the installation location (default is fine) and click "Next." +Select additional tasks (e.g., creating a desktop icon) and click "Next." +Click "Install" to begin the installation process. +Finish Installation: +Once the installation is complete, click "Finish" to launch Visual Studio Code. +Prerequisites +Ensure your Windows 11 system meets the system requirements for VS Code. +A stable internet connection is needed for downloading the installer and any extensions. +First-time Setup +Initial Configurations and Settings +Open Visual Studio Code. +Customize the Theme: +Go to File > Preferences > Color Theme or press Ctrl + K, Ctrl + T. +Choose a theme that suits your preference. +Adjust Font Size: +Open settings by going to File > Preferences > Settings. +Search for "Font Size" and adjust the value as needed. +Install Essential Extensions: +Open the Extensions view by clicking on the Extensions icon in the Activity Bar or pressing Ctrl + Shift + X. +Search for and install the following essential extensions for web development: +Live Server: Launch a local development server with live reload. +Prettier: Code formatter for consistent styling. +ESLint: Linting utility for JavaScript and TypeScript. +User Interface Overview +Main Components of the VS Code User Interface +Activity Bar: Located on the left side, it provides access to various views such as Explorer, Search, Source Control, Extensions, and Debugging. +Side Bar: Displays additional information based on the selected Activity Bar icon, such as file navigation in Explorer. +Editor Group: The central area where you write and edit code. You can have multiple editor tabs open simultaneously. +Status Bar: Located at the bottom, it shows information about the current project, such as the programming language, errors, and Git branch status. +Command Palette +What is the Command Palette? +The Command Palette is a powerful feature in VS Code that allows you to access various commands and functionalities quickly. +Accessing the Command Palette +You can open the Command Palette by pressing Ctrl + Shift + P or F1. +Common Tasks Using the Command Palette +Open Settings: Type "Preferences: Open Settings" to access and modify settings. +Change Theme: Type "Color Theme" to switch between different themes. +Install Extensions: Type "Extensions: Install Extensions" to search and install new extensions. +Extensions in VS Code +Role of Extensions +Extensions enhance the functionality of VS Code by adding support for additional languages, debuggers, and tools. +Finding, Installing, and Managing Extensions +Open Extensions View: Click on the Extensions icon in the Activity Bar or press Ctrl + Shift + X. +Search for Extensions: Use the search bar to find specific extensions. +Install Extensions: Click the "Install" button for the desired extension. +Manage Extensions: You can disable or uninstall extensions from the Extensions view. +Essential Extensions for Web Development +Live Server: For real-time preview of web applications. +Prettier: For automatic code formatting. +ESLint: For identifying and fixing JavaScript issues. +Integrated Terminal +Opening and Using the Integrated Terminal +Open the integrated terminal by going to View > Terminal or pressing Ctrl + `. +Advantages of Using the Integrated Terminal +Convenience: Access the terminal directly within the editor without switching applications. +Contextual: The terminal opens in the context of the current project directory, making it easier to run commands related to your project. +File and Folder Management +Creating, Opening, and Managing Files and Folders +Create a New File: Right-click in the Explorer pane and select New File, or use Ctrl + N. +Open a File: Use File > Open File... or drag and drop files into the editor. +Manage Folders: Right-click in the Explorer pane to create new folders or organize files. +Efficient Navigation +Use the Explorer pane to quickly switch between files. +Utilize keyboard shortcuts like Ctrl + P to quickly open files by name. +Settings and Preferences +Customizing Settings +Access Settings: Go to File > Preferences > Settings or press Ctrl + ,. +Change Theme: Search for "Color Theme" to select your preferred theme. +Adjust Font Size: Search for "Font Size" to change the editor font size. +Modify Keybindings: Search for "Keyboard Shortcuts" to customize keybindings. +Debugging in VS Code +Setting Up and Starting Debugging +Open the Debug View: Click on the Debug icon in the Activity Bar or press Ctrl + Shift + D. +Configure Debugging: Click on "create a launch.json file" to set up debugging configurations for your project. +Start Debugging: Set breakpoints in your code, then click the green play button to start debugging. +Key Debugging Features +Breakpoints: Pause execution at specific lines to inspect variables. +Call Stack: View the call stack to understand the flow of execution. +Debug Console: Evaluate expressions and interact with your code during debugging. +Using Source Control +Integrating Git with VS Code +Initialize a Git Repository: Open the terminal and run: +text +git init + +Make Commits: Stage changes using: +text +git add . + +Then commit with: +text +git commit -m "Initial commit" + +Push Changes to GitHub: +Add a remote repository: +text +git remote add origin https://github.com/yourusername/repositoryname.git + +Push changes: +text +git push -u origin master