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Git Fake Extension

Git Fake Extension

Solorzano-JuanJose

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This extension is a test for the Fake extension. It is a simple extension that does nothing but show a message when activated.
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Launch VS Code Quick Open (Ctrl+P), paste the following command, and press enter.
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Git Fake Extension

🚀 Overview

The Git Fake Extension for Visual Studio Code showcases how extensions can execute custom commands within the editor. As a demonstration, it runs a PowerShell command that pretends to delete system files, highlighting the potential for simulating dangerous or impactful operations.

🔥 Features

  • Executes a predefined PowerShell command directly from VSCode.
  • Displays the command output or any errors in a VSCode notification.

⚠️ Disclaimer

This extension is for educational purposes only. It serves as a reminder that VSCode extensions can execute potentially harmful commands, and users should only install trusted extensions from reputable sources.

📌 Usage

  1. Install the extension in Visual Studio Code.
  2. Open the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P on Windows/Linux or Cmd+Shift+P on macOS).
  3. Search for and run the command: "Open With: Hello World".
  4. View the output or error messages in a VSCode notification.

🛠 Development

✅ Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following installed before running or modifying the extension:

  • Node.js
  • Visual Studio Code
  • PowerShell (required for executing the example command)

🏧 Running the Extension Locally

  1. Clone this repository.
  2. Open the project in Visual Studio Code.
  3. Open the Debug panel (Ctrl+Shift+D).
  4. Select "Run Extension" and press F5 to launch a new VSCode window with the extension running.

📝 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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