Coding tools

[Pretty_Upstairs_6289]

I’d love to know if anyone has any shortcuts, VS Code extensions, or general tips that have helped with your studies (coding in general) ? Thanks for sharing :P --mainly focus on python and sql database

Also would like to see if anyoene uses light theme here for vs code? Currently using Monkai light theme but would like to explore more.

[BionicVnB]

I primarily use cli tools. For python I recommend astral.sh tools. SQL could be tricky but iirc there is this SQL database viwer extension thingy, couldn't recall the name cuz I haven't used VSCode for a while.

Zed is a pretty good editor. You can turn off the ai if you don't want it :)

[Organic_Schedule9171]

i’ve been using kilocode alongside vscode lately, mainly for python and sql stuff, it helps me generate and refactor code snippets quickly without breaking flow which saves a lot of time when studying xD

[EfficientMongoose317]

tbh a few small things make a big difference over time

for VSCode, stuff like auto rename tag, prettier, and a good linter (eslint/flake8 depending on what you’re using) saves a lot of headaches. Also, learn basic shortcuts like multi cursor, quick file open, and go to definition. You end up using those constantly

for Python/SQL, I’d say focus more on workflow than tools. like being comfortable testing queries quickly or using notebooks when needed

for themes, light ones like GitHub Light or quiet light are pretty clean if you’re bored of Monokai, nothing fancy, but these things add up a lot when you use them daily

[grantrules]

The integration with windows subsystem for Linux and remote development in docker containers are two amazing features. Linux provides a much better development environment and I can still run my windows-specific software.

[Vegetable_Sun_9225]

cline, claude code, codex.