Guides — VS Code setup help
Step-by-step articles written for Dev Setup visitors. These pages explain common first-week problems (PATH, presets, terminal scripts) in plain language. They are independent of the interactive wizard—you can read them before or after you run it.
Install the VS Code `code` command (PATH) on Windows, macOS, and Linux
Why extension install scripts need `code` in your terminal, how to register it from VS Code, and what to do when the command is not found.
How to choose a Dev Setup preset (frontend, Node, full-stack, Python)
A practical decision guide for the four main presets: who each bundle is for, what extensions are emphasized, and when to mix manually.
Run the Dev Setup install script safely in VS Code’s terminal
Copy/paste workflow, SmartScreen unrelated notes, verifying success, and what the script does not change on your PC.
Common Dev Setup errors and how to fix them
Quick fixes when `code` is not found, extension installs fail, or the script stops halfway—without reinstalling VS Code.
What you’ll do in the wizard
You answer a few questions. It suggests VS Code extensions (you can tweak them), optional settings snippets, and terminal scripts for Windows PowerShell or Bash. Nothing is sent to our server—your choices stay on your device.