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15 Essential VS Code Extensions That Will Double Your Coding Speed

Anushree Raut's photo -By Anushree Raut
January 08, 2025
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Visual Studio Code has become the go-to code editor for developers worldwide, with over 136,000 stars on GitHub. What makes it truly powerful isn't just its core features, but the vast ecosystem of extensions that can transform your coding experience. In this guide, we'll explore 15 must-have extensions that can significantly boost your web development productivity.

“ Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort. ”
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Whether you're a beginner starting your coding journey or an experienced developer looking to optimize your workflow, these carefully selected extensions will help you write better code faster. From automatic formatting to real-time collaboration tools, we've covered everything you need to supercharge your VS Code setup.

 In today's fast-paced development world, having the right tools can make all the difference. Let's dive deep into 15 essential VS Code extensions that will transform your coding experience:


  1. Auto-rename Tag

Visual Studio Code's Auto Rename Tag extension is a game-changer for HTML and XML coding. When you modify one tag of a pair, this extension automatically updates its corresponding opening or closing tag. For instance, changing <div> to <section> automatically updates the closing </div> to </section>, eliminating the need to manually search and replace paired tags.

Key Features:

  • Automatic paired tag updating
  • Works with HTML, XML, and JSX
  • Real-time tag synchronization
  • Zero configuration required

  1. Bracket Pair Colorizer

One of the most visually helpful extensions, Bracket Pair Colorizer makes code navigation a breeze by assigning unique colors to matching brackets. This is particularly valuable when dealing with nested code structures.

Key Features:

  • Distinct colors for different bracket pairs
  • Support for parentheses, square brackets, and curly braces
  • Custom color configuration options
  • Bracket pair guides for nested structures

  1. Colorize

Colorize brings visual clarity to your code by highlighting color values in your CSS/SCSS files. It displays the actual colors inline, making it easier to visualize your color scheme while coding.

Key Features:

  • Real-time color previews
  • Supports multiple color formats (HEX, RGB, RGBA, HSL)
  • Works with CSS, SCSS, LESS, and more
  • Customizable preview formats

  1. CSS Peek

CSS Peek streamlines CSS development by allowing you to quickly view and navigate to CSS definitions directly from HTML files. This extension bridges the gap between your HTML and CSS workflows.

Key Features:

  • Peek and jump to CSS definitions
  • Works with classes and IDs
  • Supports SCSS and LESS
  • Quick CSS property editing

  1. ESLint

ESLint is your code quality guardian, helping maintain consistent coding standards and catching potential errors before they become problems. It's essential for any JavaScript developer.

Key Features:

  • Real-time code analysis
  • Customizable rule sets
  • Automatic code fixing capabilities
  • Integration with popular style guides

  1. ES7+ React/Redux/GraphQL/React-Native Snippets


This powerful extension provides a comprehensive collection of snippets for modern JavaScript and React development, saving countless hours of typing common patterns.

Key Features:

  • React component snippets
  • Redux action and reducer templates
  • GraphQL query templates
  • React Native specific snippets

  1. GitLens

GitLens supercharges Git capabilities within VS Code, providing detailed insights into code authorship, history, and changes right in your editor.

Key Features:

  • Inline Git blame annotations
  • File and line history
  • Side-by-side comparisons
  • Repository visualization

  1. GitHub Copilot

GitHub Copilot brings AI-powered code suggestions to your editor, helping you write code faster and learn from its suggestions. While it's a paid extension, many developers find it invaluable.

Key Features:

  • AI-powered code completion
  • Multiple suggestion options
  • Support for numerous programming languages
  • Context-aware recommendations

  1. Indent Rainbow

Indent Rainbow makes code indentation visually clear by adding subtle colors to indentation levels, helping maintain clean and properly structured code.

Key Features:

  • Color-coded indentation levels
  • Customizable colors
  • Error highlighting for misaligned indentation
  • Support for all file types

  1. JavaScript (ES6) Code Snippets

This extension provides a rich collection of snippets for modern JavaScript development, making it faster to write ES6+ code.

Key Features:

  • ES6+ syntax snippets
  • Import/export helpers
  • Class and function templates
  • Module syntax shortcuts

  1. Live Sass Compiler

For those working with Sass, this extension automatically compiles SCSS/SASS files to CSS in real-time as you save your changes.

Key Features:

  • Auto-compilation of Sass files
  • Customizable output formats
  • Source map generation
  • Error reporting in real-time

  1. Live Server

Live Server creates a local development server with live reload functionality for static and dynamic pages, making web development more efficient.

Key Features:

  • One-click server launch
  • Automatic browser reload
  • Support for dynamic pages
  • Custom server configuration

  1. Live Share

Microsoft's Live Share enables real-time collaborative development, allowing multiple developers to edit and debug code together.

Key Features:

  • Real-time code collaboration
  • Shared debugging sessions
  • Terminal sharing
  • Voice call integration

  1. Tailwind CSS IntelliSense

Essential for Tailwind CSS users, this extension provides intelligent auto-completion, syntax highlighting, and linting for Tailwind CSS classes.

Key Features:

  • Class name completion
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Hover previews
  • Linting support

  1. Prettier

Prettier is the ultimate code formatter, ensuring consistent code style across your entire project with minimal effort.

Key Features:

  • Automatic code formatting
  • Support for multiple languages
  • Customizable formatting rules
  • Integration with ESLint

Installation Tips:

  • All these extensions can be installed directly from the VS Code marketplace
  • Click the Extensions icon in the sidebar or press Ctrl+Shift+X
  • Search for the extension name and click "Install"
  • Some extensions may require additional configuration for optimal use

Best Practices:

  1. Don't install all extensions at once - add them as needed
  2. Regularly update your extensions for the latest features
  3. Configure extension settings to match your project requirements
  4. Disable extensions you're not actively using to maintain VS Code's performance



At Webgurukul, we understand that becoming a successful developer involves more than just knowing the tools – it's about learning how to use them effectively in real-world projects. Our comprehensive web development course covers not only these essential VS Code extensions but also provides hands-on experience in using them for actual project development.

Our industry-experienced trainers at Webgurukul help you:


Master development tools and best practices

Build real-world projects using modern technologies

Develop problem-solving skills crucial for the IT industry

Prepare for placement interviews with top companies


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Remember, the right tools combined with proper training create successful developers. Let Webgurukul guide you toward your dream IT career!

These 15 VS Code extensions are just the beginning of your journey toward becoming a professional web developer. While these tools will significantly enhance your coding efficiency, mastering them requires proper guidance and structured learning.

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Anushree is a highly proficient Laravel Specialist with over a year of hands-on experience in developing and optimizing web applications. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated exceptional expertise in building robust, scalable solutions using Laravel, PHP, MySQL, and modern front-end technologies. Her experience spans the full software development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to deployment and maintenance. She has successfully led and contributed to various projects, consistently delivering high-quality code and implementing best practices. Her deep understanding of Laravel, coupled with her ability to solve complex problems, makes her an invaluable asset in any development team.

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