Hi All,
I am a very new user to Arduino Programming but have been developing Windows programs for more than a decade. Need help in installing, setting up and Using the VS-Code utility to code, program and build the Arduino Sketches using Arduino Programming Language code in VS-Code.

 

Why not use the free Arduino IDE?

 

Why not use the free Arduino IDE?

Arduino IDE is Good but as I am Microsoft Developer, It would be easier for me to code and develop on an already familiar IDE like VS-Code.

 

Why not use the free Arduino IDE?

VS Code is an open source port of Visual Studio, the IDE environment which would be most familiar to the TS. PlatformIO is a very popular IDE for embedded applications that includes excellent Arduino support. The combination has advantages—as an IDE environment—over the Arduino IDE, and VS Code supports just about any language you might use in the same environment as Arduino development.

Overall, for the TS, it has many pluses over the Arduino IDE option.

 

Need help in installing, setting up and Using the VS-Code utility to code, program and build the Arduino Sketches using Arduino

Getting started with Visual Studio Code
https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/introvideos/basics

Visual Studio Code documentation
https://code.visualstudio.com/docs

How to Use VS Code for Creating and Uploading Arduino Sketches
https://circuitstate.com/tutorials/how-to-use-vs-code-for-creating-and-uploading-arduino-sketches/

How to Use Visual Studio Code for Arduino
https://maker.pro/arduino/tutorial/how-to-use-visual-studio-code-for-arduino

Arduino and Visual Studio Code: Getting Started
https://betterprogramming.pub/arduino-and-visual-studio-code-getting-started-1362539ea9d3

PROGRAMMING ARDUINO ON VISUAL STUDIO CODE EDITOR WITH PLATFORM.IO OR ARDUINO EXTENSION
https://www.electronics-lab.com/pro...-arduino-extension-visual-studio-code-editor/

etc....

 

The challenge is on enabling the intellisense.

 

Step1: Installed the VS-Code
Step2: Installed the Arduino Extension (Microsoft)
Step3: Creating an ino file
Getting the below popups... What to do? How to fix these?
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The challenge is on enabling the intellisense.

Visual Studio IntelliSense Not Working? What To Do.
https://blog.submain.com/visual-studio-intellisense-not-working/

Visual Studio IntelliSense Not Working? Multiple Ways for You! [MiniTool Tips]
https://www.minitool.com/news/visual-studio-intellisense-not-working.html

How To Resolve IntelliSense Issue In Visual Studio
https://www.c-sharpcorner.com/blogs/how-to-resolve-intellisense-issue-in-visual-studio1

 

My question is, does it support all the libraries that are integrated into the Arduino IDE? Writing the code is easy, IF you have the libraries to support the devices needed for the circuit.

 

Use PlatformIO, install it in VS Code.

 

Visual Studio IntelliSense Not Working? What To Do.
https://blog.submain.com/visual-studio-intellisense-not-working/

Visual Studio IntelliSense Not Working? Multiple Ways for You! [MiniTool Tips]
https://www.minitool.com/news/visual-studio-intellisense-not-working.html

How To Resolve IntelliSense Issue In Visual Studio
https://www.c-sharpcorner.com/blogs/how-to-resolve-intellisense-issue-in-visual-studio1

The 3 popus are not covered...

 

Use PlatformIO, install it in VS Code.

Conflict occurs... And Microsoft keeps telling through another popup that Arduino's IDE (PlatformIO IDE) gonna depreciated. instead recommending to install "CLI Tools"

 

My question is, does it support all the libraries that are integrated into the Arduino IDE? Writing the code is easy, IF you have the libraries to support the devices needed for the circuit.

From PlatformIO docs:

The choice between Arduino IDE and PlatformIO IDE depends on the specific needs and requirements of the project and the user.
Arduino IDE is a simple and easy-to-use development environment that is specifically designed for the Arduino platform. It provides a straightforward and intuitive interface for writing and uploading code to the board. The Arduino IDE is well-suited for simple projects and for users who are new to the world of microcontrollers.

PlatformIO IDE, on the other hand, is a more powerful and feature-rich development environment. It supports a wider range of microcontroller platforms and development boards, and provides a comprehensive set of tools for Library Management, Continuous Integration, Unit Testing, and Debugging. PlatformIO IDE is well-suited for more complex projects and for experienced users who need more advanced features.

In conclusion, it depends on the project requirements and user experience. If you need a simple and easy-to-use environment for a small project, Arduino IDE may be the better choice. If you need a more powerful and feature-rich development environment for a larger project that uses the Arduino framework, PlatformIO IDE may be the better choice.

 

From PlatformIO docs:

I am really sorry that I thought PlatformIO and Arduino's IDE are same.

Trying with PlatformIO immediately.

 

From PlatformIO docs:

It doesn't say that. It says that the Legacy Arduino IDE is deprecated. PlatformIO is not the Arduino IDE. Look for PlatformIO not Arduino IDE.

 

By the way, if you run into problems with PaltformIO, the PlatformIO-specific forums, Discord servers, and documentation will be much more suitable than AAC.

When you are having trouble with the Arduino code or circuits, AAC will be perfect.

 

For those following but not familiar with PlatformIO, here's something to consider.

PlatformIO is not limited to VS Code, it can be used in other IDEs though they do recommend PlatformIO for VS Code for a number of reasons.

PlatformIO is not an "Arduino IDE", it's an embedded IDE that supports quite a few frameworks, Arduino being among them. From the PlatformIO docs:

Frameworks

• Arduino
• CMSIS
• ESP8266 Non-OS SDK
• ESP8266 RTOS SDK
• Espressif IoT Development Framework
• Freedom E SDK
• FreeRTOS
• libopencm3
• Mbed
• PULP OS
• PULP Runtime Environment
• PULP SDK
• Shakti SDK
• Standard Peripheral Library
• STM32Cube
• WD-Firmware
• WiringPi
• Zephyr RTOS

So for those who use one or more other supported frameworks, PlatformIO looks even better.