With Bruno VS Code extension, you can develop and test your APIs in Bruno right from Visual Studio Code. You can use the VS Code extension to open .bru files, send API requests, manage collections and environments, and much more. Streamline your development workflow by testing your APIs in the same application you use to develop them.
Why Bruno?
Bruno has a few standout features that make it unique:
Git-friendly: Bruno stores collections directly in your filesystem as plain text files, making them easy to version control with Git
Offline-first: No cloud dependency, no vendor lock-in. Your data stays on your device
Opensource: Bruno is open source and free to use
Fast & Lightweight: Built for speed and simplicity
Local Storage: All your API collections and data remain on your local machine
Features
The extension provides a comprehensive set of features for API development and testing:
Core Features
Native .bru file support - Open and edit Bruno request files with rich GUI interface
Inline API testing - Send requests directly from VS Code without switching applications
Dual view modes - Switch seamlessly between GUI and text editor views
Collection management - Organize and manage your API collections within VS Code
Advanced Capabilities
Environment variables - Manage multiple environments and switch between them easily
Request scripting - Write pre-request and post-response scripts for advanced testing
Authentication support - Handle various auth methods including Basic, Bearer, OAuth, and more
GraphQL support - Send and test GraphQL queries with syntax highlighting
File uploads - Handle multipart form data and file uploads in requests
