Vetted Score
4.7
/ 5.0
Earns a high score for its rich extension ecosystem, seamless Git integration, and consistent performance on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Key Features
Extensible Marketplace
Thousands of extensions let you add languages, debuggers, and tools directly within the editor.
Integrated Git
Built‑in source control UI supports commit, branch, merge, and pull‑request workflows without leaving the editor.
Cross‑Platform Debugging
Powerful debugger works for Node.js, Python, Java, and many other runtimes across all OSes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, VS Code is free to download and use for individuals and organizations.
Absolutely; the editor is open source and licensed for commercial use without any fees.
Yes, VS Code provides native packages for major Linux distributions, as well as a Snap and .deb installer.
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Specifications
Pricing Model
Free to use with optional paid extensions; Enterprise plans available for advanced collaboration and security.
Supported Platforms
Windows 10/11macOSLinux