Adds VSCode migration page

_quarto.yml

@@ -72,7 +72,8 @@ website:
         - remote-ssh.qmd
         - updating.qmd
         - extension-development.qmd
-        - migrate-vscode.qmd
+        - text: "Migrating from VS Code"
+          href: migrate-vscode.qmd
         - section: "Migrating from RStudio"
           contents:
           - rstudio-keybindings.qmd

migrate-vscode.qmd

@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 ---
-title: Migrating from VS Code
+title: Migrating to Positron from VS Code
 ---
 This document outlines how to migrate from VS Code to Positron, a data science-focused editor built on Code OSS. It covers importing VS Code settings and extensions, and explains Positron's enhanced data science features like the Console, Variables pane, Data Explorer, and Plots pane. The guide also details Positron's native support for Python and R workflows, including prerequisites and key differences from VS Code extensions.
 
@@ -27,7 +27,7 @@ Positron supports importing settings from VS Code. It will prompt you to do so w
 If you skip this step, you can import settings at any time by opening the Command Palette (<kbd>Cmd/Ctrl</kbd>+<kbd>Shift</kbd>+<kbd>P</kbd>) and running the command _Preferences: Import Settings..._. 
 
 ### Installing extensions
-Positron supports most extensions that you use in VS Code. These extensions can be installed using the Extensions pane, found in the Positron sidebar.  
+Positron supports many extensions that you use in VS Code. These extensions can be installed using the Extensions pane, found in the Positron sidebar.  
 
 If an extension does not appear in your search, it may be unavailable on the extension marketplace that Positron uses, [OpenVSX](https://open-vsx.org/). You can contact the developer of that extension to [request its publication to OpenVSX](extensions.qmd#open-vsx) for installation in Positron.
 
@@ -65,17 +65,21 @@ VS Code users who rely on the `ms-python.python` extension will find that Positr
 - Formatting, using [Ruff](https://docs.astral.sh/ruff/)
 - Debugging
 - Jupyter notebook support
+- Variables pane, for inspecting variables and data frames
+- [Help pane](help-pane.qmd), for quick access to documentation
 
 ### Python in the Console
-Positron's Console pane provides an interactive IPython session. You can run type Python code directly into the Console or run files open in the editor. While you can launch IPython from the Terminal as you would in VS Code, the Console provides code completion, syntax highlighting, and integration with the Variables and Plots panes -- among other features that enhance the interactive experience.
+Positron's Console pane provides an interactive IPython session. You can type Python code directly into the Console or run files open in the editor. You can also choose to run a portion of a file open in the editor, similar to a Jupyter Notebook but with any standard Python file. 
+
+While you can launch IPython from the Terminal as you would in VS Code, the Console provides code completion, syntax highlighting, and integration with the Variables and Plots panes -- among other features that enhance the interactive experience.
 
 Positron bundles IPython, allowing you to use the console without installing it separately. If you wish to use an external version of IPython, you can toggle the use of the bundled one with the [`python.useBundledIpykernel` setting](positron://settings/python.useBundledIpykernel).
 
 By default, the Console enables IPython's [`autoreload` extension](https://ipython.readthedocs.io/en/stable/config/extensions/autoreload.html) for imports. You can change this with the [`python.enableAutoReload` setting](positron://settings/python.enableAutoReload).
 
 
 ## R
-Positron has a deeper and more cohesive integration for R workflows than VS Code. Its approach works seamlessly with R and does not require any extensions for this integration. You can use the Console for interactive R sessions, the Data Explorer for inspecting data frames, and the Plots pane for visualizing plots and other graphics.
+Positron has a deeper and more cohesive integration for R workflows than VS Code. Its approach works seamlessly with R and does not require any extensions for this integration. You can use the Console for interactive R sessions, the Variables pane and [Data Explorer](data-explorer.qmd) for inspecting data frames, the Plots pane for visualizing plots and other graphics, and the [Help pane](help-pane.qmd) for quick access to documentation.
 
 ### Prerequisites
 To use R in Positron, you need to have R installed on your system. Positron automatically detects your R installation and provides full language support.
@@ -85,6 +89,14 @@ To use R in Positron, you need to have R installed on your system. Positron auto
 If you have been accustomed to using the `vscode-r` extension in VS Code, be aware that [this extension is not compatible with Positron](extensions.qmd#non-compatible-extensions). Positron's native integration means you do not need the `vscode-r` extension; instead, Positron's built-in features allow you to work with your R code and data.
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-Positron's features are explored further in other Guides within this section. If you encounter any issues during migration or while using Positron, check out our [troubleshooting guide](troubleshooting.qmd) for common solutions. We also maintain a comprehensive [FAQ](faqs.qmd) that addresses frequent questions from users transitioning from other editors.
 
-Your experience and feedback help us improve Positron. Share your thoughts, report bugs, or suggest features through our [feedback channels](feedback.qmd). We appreciate your input as we continue developing Positron to better serve the data science community.
+## Command palette  
+
+If you are familiar with the Command Palette in Visual Studio Code, you will find the experience in Positron very similar. All Positron-specific commands are included, alongside the familiar VS Code commands.  
+
+For a detailed overview of the Command Palette, see the [Visual Studio Code Command Palette documentation](https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/getstarted/userinterface#_command-palette). Most of the tips and workflows described there also apply to Positron.  
+
+## Help & feedback
+Positron's features are explored further in other Guides within this section. If you encounter any issues during migration or while using Positron, check out the [troubleshooting guide](troubleshooting.qmd) for common solutions. The [FAQ](faqs.qmd) addresses a comprehensive list of frequent questions from users transitioning from other editors.
+
+Your experience and feedback help to improve Positron. Share your thoughts, report bugs, or suggest features through Positron's [feedback channels](feedback.qmd). Your input is valuable in making sure Positron development better serves the data science community.