Microsoft Visual Studio Code

visual-studio-code · v1.110.1 • auto-updates

8.5

Open-source code editor

Developer Tools macOS 10.15+ Homepage →

brew install --cask visual-studio-code

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AI Review

Mar 8, 2026

Microsoft Visual Studio Code is a hugely popular and versatile code editor. Its extensive extension marketplace and integrated terminal make it a powerhouse for developers. This cask provides a convenient way to install VS Code on macOS.

It's a code editor that helps developers write and debug software.

Maturity: Being backed by Microsoft, VS Code is a remarkably mature and stable project with frequent updates.

Pros

+ Extensive extension marketplace
+ Integrated terminal
+ Cross-platform support
+ Regular updates

Cons

- Can be resource-intensive
- Large download size