vscode-extension-debugger
VS Code Extension Debugger
Overview
This skill enables systematic debugging and bug fixing for VS Code extensions. It provides structured workflows for identifying root causes, analyzing error patterns, and implementing robust fixes while preventing regressions.
When to Use This Skill
- Investigating runtime errors or crashes in extensions
- Fixing memory leaks and dispose handler issues
- Resolving WebView rendering or communication failures
- Debugging extension activation or deactivation problems
- Troubleshooting message passing between Extension and WebView
- Fixing TypeScript compilation errors
- Resolving race conditions and async operation issues
- Debugging terminal-related functionality
Debugging Workflow
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