VSCodeX: Personal Extension FrameworkVSCodeX is a personal extension framework for Visual Studio Code that allows you to create your own extension with a set of predefined components. Its structure follows entry points for a VSCode extension, namely commands, keybindings, configuration and views. VSCodeX also serves as an extension pack, that is, it gathers, configures and articulates other extensions in a way that is meant to be consistent. Building instructions
Table of ContentsCommandsCommands are the core of interactivity. They represent actions that users can
perform, such as formatting code, creating new files, or interacting with the
terminal. These commands are accessible via the Command Palette ( In VSCodeX, commands are defined in the
KeybindingsKeybindings are shortcuts that map specific key combinations to commands,
allowing users to quickly execute actions without needing to navigate menus or
the Command Palette. Visual Studio Code uses a In VSCodeX, the previous command is mapped to a keybinding like this:
This means pressing The "leader framework" refers to a keybinding system built around a "leader key" concept. This design pattern organizes keybindings hierarchically to make them easier to remember and more efficient to use. Leader Key
Mnemonic Keybinding Organization
Discoverability
Customizability
This allows to define keybindings as a key sequence, for example:
ConfigurationConfiguration allows users to customize the behavior of an extension through the
VSCode settings interface. Extensions contribute settings via the configuration
section in For example, VSCodeX defines a configurable setting like this:
It also provides default settings for extensions present in the extension pack. AssistantThe assistant is a core feature of VSCodeX, serving as a view within the
extension that provides an interactive interface for users. Views in VSCode are
UI components that integrate into the Activity Bar, Side Bar, or other areas,
and they are defined in the For example, the assistant view might display helpful tips, shortcuts, or even an interactive contextual interface. Extension PackVSCodeX also acts as an extension pack, bundling other extensions to provide a comprehensive development environment. The curated list of extensions includes: By combining these extensions, VSCodeX ensures a consistent and productive workflow for developers. References |