Microsoft has shifted VS Code from a "code editor" to a Here is what the 2025 releases look like.
Looking at the release schedule through early 2026: Visual Studio Code v1.84.1- -2025- Microsoft en...
VS Code 1.84 prioritized screen reader accessibility, particularly within the terminal, enhancing productivity for developers relying on assistive technologies. Microsoft has shifted VS Code from a "code
: Use the VSCE command-line tool to package your extension into a .vsix file and publish it to the Visual Studio Marketplace. 2. Creating Documentation Content With GitHub Copilot NES , auto model selection
: The "Sticky Scroll" feature, which keeps parent scopes (like class or function names) at the top of the editor while scrolling, received UI refinements for better readability.
However, the (versions 1.97 through 1.107) represent a true paradigm shift. With GitHub Copilot NES , auto model selection , AI merge resolution , multi-agent orchestration , and significant performance improvements (35% faster startup, 25% less memory, 4x faster C++ colorization), upgrading offers substantial benefits to most developers.