ConsoleX (VS Code Extension) - Local Testing Instructions

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to clone and test this VS Code extension locally on your system.

Overview

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to clone and test this VS Code extension locally on your system.

Prerequisites

• Node.js : Make sure you have Node.js installed. Download Node.js

• Visual Studio Code : Install VS Code if not already installed. Download VS Code

• Git : Ensure Git is installed on your system. Download Git

Steps to Test the Extension Locally

Clone the Repository :

Run the following command in your terminal to clone the extension's repository:

git clone https://github.com/Keval9247/ConsoleX.git

Navigate into the project folder :

cd consolex

Install Dependencies :

Install the required Node.js dependencies using npm :

npm install

Open the Project in VS Code :

Launch Visual Studio Code and open the project folder :

code .

Run the Extension

• Open the Run and Debug view in VS Code (shortcut: Ctrl+Shift+D or Cmd+Shift+D on Mac).

• Select Run Extension from the dropdown menu.

• Press F5 or click the green play button (▶) to launch a new VS Code window (Extension Development Host).

Test the Extension

• The Extension Development Host window will open, where you can test your extension’s functionality.
• Follow any specific usage instructions for the extension.

Image - consoleX-VS_Code_Extension

Troubleshooting

Dependencies Issue : If npm install fails, ensure you have the correct version of Node.js installed.

Extension Doesn’t Load : Check the Debug Console in the main VS Code window for errors.

Permission Denied : Ensure you have appropriate write permissions in the project folder.

Contributing

If you find issues or want to improve the extension, feel free to fork the repository, make changes, and submit a pull request.

License

This extension is licensed under the MIT License.