Delete Code Word

TL;DR: Delete parts of variable names inside camelCase, PascalCase, snake_case, and more — with just Shift + Backspace.

The Problem

When editing long variable names, especially those with multiple words, changing just a part of the name can be awkward and inefficient:

• You drag-select "number" with your mouse and replace it – O(n) 😞
• You press Ctrl + Backspace, deleting the whole name, and retype it – O(n²) 😖
• You press Backspace multiple times and then type – O(WTF) 🤯

We can do better.

The Solution

With the Delete Code Word extension, simply press Shift + Backspace to delete the last code word segment based on naming convention.

This works seamlessly across common naming styles:

• Camel Case → camelCase → camel|
• Pascal Case → PascalCase → Pascal|
• Snake Case → snake_case → snake_|
• Screaming Snake Case → SCREAMING_SNAKE_CASE → SCREAMING_SNAKE_|
• Kebab Case → kebab-case → kebab-|
• Train Case → Train-Case → Train-|

Example

Press Shift + Backspace in any supported name to remove the previous word segment.

Extension Settings

This extension contributes the following setting:

• Delete Code Word: Enable – Enable or disable the extension.

Known Issues

None at the moment.

Release Notes

1.0.0

• Initial release of Delete Code Word
• Supports intelligent word deletion across multiple naming styles.

Developer Info

Developer: Hardik Jumnani
Released On: 23rd August, 2025
Built During: Overboard

Enjoy!