WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) Extension

What is WSL?

Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) allows you to run a Linux distribution natively on Windows. With the Remote - WSL extension, you can use VS Code to develop within a WSL environment.

Installing WSL and the Extension

  1. Install WSL on your Windows machine: docs.microsoft.com/windows/wsl/install

  2. Install your preferred Linux distribution (e.g., Ubuntu).

  3. In VS Code, open the Extensions panel (Ctrl+Shift+X) and install the "Remote - WSL" extension.

Using WSL in VS Code

Once installed, you can open a WSL session in VS Code by pressing F1 and selecting Remote-WSL: New Window. This will open VS Code in the WSL environment, allowing you to code and run commands directly in Linux.