Visual Studio Code Gets Another Huge Upgrade
Gamefromscratch
7 min, 20 sec
Visual Studio Code's January 2024 update includes major features such as per-window zoom, voice commands with GitHub Copilot, and conditional breakpoints.
Summary
- Per-window zoom allows for different zoom levels in detached windows, enhancing the multi-monitor experience.
- Voice commands now integrate with GitHub Copilot, enabling coding instructions and contextual chat via voice activation.
- Conditional breakpoints can be set to trigger only after certain conditions are met, streamlining the debugging process.
Chapter 1
![Mike introduces the Visual Studio Code January update, noting its release in February and improvements over the last update.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDc4LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--5911de2a5e3126cfc5a6a6815bdab032eb52e790/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_12.jpg)
Mike introduces the Visual Studio Code January update, noting its release in February and improvements over the last update.
- The update builds upon the last update, which Mike found impressive.
- Mike sets the stage to discuss three new features with varying levels of appeal.
![Mike introduces the Visual Studio Code January update, noting its release in February and improvements over the last update.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDc4LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--5911de2a5e3126cfc5a6a6815bdab032eb52e790/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_12.jpg)
Chapter 2
![Mike demonstrates the new per-window zoom feature, which allows independent zoom levels for each detached window.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDgwLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--2707e327b13107acccd8fcd85804312883d92854/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_56.jpg)
Mike demonstrates the new per-window zoom feature, which allows independent zoom levels for each detached window.
- Previously, zooming affected all windows, but now each window can have its own zoom level.
- Mike shows how to enable the feature, which is on by default, and demonstrates its practical use.
![Mike demonstrates the new per-window zoom feature, which allows independent zoom levels for each detached window.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDgwLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--2707e327b13107acccd8fcd85804312883d92854/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_56.jpg)
Chapter 3
![Mike explores the integration of voice commands with GitHub Copilot for generating code and contextual help.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDgyLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--f7c4c42c77494d8a6429dca9c9f1ed96d365af5b/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_146.jpg)
Mike explores the integration of voice commands with GitHub Copilot for generating code and contextual help.
- By saying 'Hey code', users can instruct Copilot to write code or ask contextual questions.
- This feature's utility depends on user preferences and the coding context.
![Mike explores the integration of voice commands with GitHub Copilot for generating code and contextual help.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDgyLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--f7c4c42c77494d8a6429dca9c9f1ed96d365af5b/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_146.jpg)
Chapter 4
![Mike details the new triggered breakpoints feature, explaining how it enhances the debugging process.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDg0LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--0d61b64ac841f078e180ca1f24010b7138589372/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_278.jpg)
Mike details the new triggered breakpoints feature, explaining how it enhances the debugging process.
- Breakpoints can be set to trigger only after a specific condition is met.
- Mike demonstrates how to set a triggered breakpoint and its practical application in a code example.
![Mike details the new triggered breakpoints feature, explaining how it enhances the debugging process.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDg0LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--0d61b64ac841f078e180ca1f24010b7138589372/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_278.jpg)
Chapter 5
![Mike wraps up with a mention of other features in the January update and his appreciation for the per-window zoom.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDg2LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--32b2c17e1d36a34cb14be2a59375a4601e441084/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_388.jpg)
Mike wraps up with a mention of other features in the January update and his appreciation for the per-window zoom.
- Mike notes improvements to multifile diff editing, sticky scroll, and options for discarding empty Untitled files.
- The per-window zoom feature is highlighted as particularly transformative for multi-monitor setups.
![Mike wraps up with a mention of other features in the January update and his appreciation for the per-window zoom.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTA1NDg2LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--32b2c17e1d36a34cb14be2a59375a4601e441084/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/6198_388.jpg)
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