NeuroCoder: VS Code Extension for Neurodivergent Accessibility

📖 Description

NeuroCoder is a Visual Studio Code extension designed specifically for neurodivergent programmers, providing advanced visual accessibility tools to enhance the coding experience.

✨ Key Features:

Accessible Interface: Clean design with light/dark themes and dyslexia-friendly fonts
Smart Focus Mode: Highlights selected code with contextual dimming
Integrated Pomodoro: Built-in productivity timer in the settings panel
Dynamic Highlighting: Customizable color-based code highlighting system
Neuro-inclusive Settings: Fine-tuned adjustments for sensory needs

🚀 Installation

Via Marketplace

Open VS Code
Press Ctrl+Shift+X
Search for "NeuroCoder"
Click Install

Shortcuts:

Ctrl+Alt+S → Open settings

Ctrl+Alt+F → Activate Focus Mode

Ctrl+Alt+V → Add variable

💻 Development

git clone https://github.com/mari-ww/NeuroCoder.git
cd NeuroCoder
npm install
# Press F5 in VS Code to test

🎯 How to Use

🧩 Visual Settings Panel (`Ctrl+Alt+S`)

Accessible Fonts: OpenDyslexic, Comic Sans MS, Verdana
Sensory Adjustments: Customizable line and letter spacing
Themes: Instant light/dark mode switching
Live Preview: Real-time visualization of all changes

⏱️ Integrated Pomodoro System

Built-in 25/5 productivity timer
Direct controls in the main panel
Clear time display with focus-friendly layout

🎨 Code Highlighting

Fully customizable colors for code marking
Multiple simultaneous highlights supported
One-click clear to reset all markings instantly

📺 Demo

NeuroCoder Demo

🛠️ Technical Integration

VS Code API Reference

Function	Description	Usage in Project
`createWebviewPanel`	Creates web-based UI panels	Visual settings panel
`getConfiguration`	Reads and writes preferences	Font/color customization
`createTextEditorDecorationType`	Styles text in editor	Highlights & Focus Mode

📦 Dependencies

"dependencies": {
  "fastest-levenshtein": "^1.0.16"
}

🤝 Contributing

🐞 Report Bugs: Open an Issue
💡 Suggest Features: Use the feature request template
🔧 Submit Pull Requests: Follow the contribution guidelines

🔗 Useful Links

📝 License

MIT License — See the LICENSE file for full details.

✨ Built with accessibility in mind ✨

Found a bug? Got an idea? Open an issue.

💡 Tip: The extension is completely free and open-source — contributions are always welcome!

🚧 Future Roadmap (Coming Soon)

🗣️ Voice Reading Mode — Reads code aloud for auditory processing support
🎨 Color-Blind Friendly Themes — Extended palette for visual inclusivity
💬 Community Feedback Hub — Collaborative accessibility tuning

🧩 Stay tuned for upcoming updates in v2.1.0+ — your feedback drives development!

NeuroCoder

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