Java Essentials, a Visual Studio Code extension package for Java Development

Introduction

Are you tired of reinstalling extensions on each of your computer(s)? How about when you have to reset computer entirely? Or, how about you're an instructor, a hobbyist, or just "getting your feet wet" in the fine craft of Java programming who does not know which extension(s) to select to get the job done both efficiently and effectively. Regardless, please do not waste time and energy on something so tedious as a process of installing extensions. Extensions are, in a word, awesome! Their premise is to extend the features and functionality of Visual Studio Code.

What extension(s) will I get by installing this extension pack?

Glad, that you've asked! Please find the supervening extensions. Of course, I always love to hear your suggestions to improve this extension package. To do so, please create a new issue in the Issues Section. After all, the ultimate goal for this extension pack is convenience at the click of one button.

Recommended Extensions for Java Development

Java Development Support Extensions

• Bazel

• Checkstyle for Java

• Community Server Connectors

• Java Decompiler

• Java Extension Pack

  • Debugger for Java

  • Java Test Runner

  • Language Support for Java(TM) by Red Hat

  • Maven for Java

  • Project Manager for Java

  • Visual Studio IntelliCode

• Java Linter

• Java Properties

• Jetty for Java: You will need the Jetty Server to take advantage of this plugin. For more information, please puruse the Eclipse Jetty webpage. :)

• Live Share

• Lombok Annotations Support for VS Code

• MicroProfile Extension Pack

  • MicroProfile REST Client Generator

  • MicroProfile Starter

  • Tools for MicroProfile

• Open Liberty Tools

• Payara Tools

• Quarkus

• Server Connector

• SonarLint

• Tomcat for Java

Spring Framework Support Extensions

• Spring Boot Dashboard

• Spring Boot Tools

• Spring Initializr Java Support

Azure Support Extensions

• Azure Account

• Auzre IoT Hub

• Azure Repos

• Azure Tools

  • Azure App Service

  • Azure CLI Tools

  • Azure Databases

  • Azure Functions

  • Azure Pipelines

  • Azure Resource Groups

  • Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Tools

  • Azure Storage

  • Azure Virtual Machines

  • Docker

• Kubernetes

WSL Support Extensions

• Remote Development

  • Remote - Containers

  • Remote - SSH

  • Remote - WSL

Please feel free to disable any plugin that you do not wish to have activated from the use of our extension pack. :)

Visual Studio Code Tips and Tricks

• If you wish to use variables subsitution, please puruse the Visual Studio Code Variables Reference.

• If you wish to use keyboard shortcuts, please select the weblink to view shortcuts relevant to your operating system:

  • Linux: Link contains PDF.

  • macOS: Link contains PDF.

  • Windows: Link contains PDF.

• If you wish to use key bindings, please puruse the Visual Studio Code Key Bindings

  • Optional Keymap Extensions: I recommend the specific keybinding extension that meets your use case through Microsoft, whenever possible. :)

• Please puruse the Visual Studio Code Tips and Tricks to make your experience a little bit more enjoyable.

Note

It is my pledge to update this Extension Package with updated extension(s) as needed to perform the job efficiently and effectively. Likewise, the Extensions list will be categorized accordingly and more detailed information regarding plugins will be incorporated in the near future. I will certainly be on the lookup for some helpful Java hints and tips to make your experience enjoyable. Cheers! :)

Recommended Video Tutorials

• Visual Studio Code Crash Course: Courtesy of FreeCodeCamp.org YouTube channel (1:32:34).

• Developing Java Applications with Visual Studio Code: Courtesy of Oracle Developers YouTube channel (46:35).

Please let me know if you know any other FREE Python resources that might benefit others by creating a new issue in the Issues Section.

Attribution

Thank you for Microsoft for compiling their recommended Java plugins.

Visual Studio Code Extension Packs

• COBOL Essentials: A Visual Studio Code extension for Mainframe development, particularly Mainframe as a Service (MaaS). Link contains PDF from Washington Technology Services, which provides an example of MaaS.

• Java Essentials: This Visual Studio Code Extension Pack is what you are currently seeing. :)

• .NET Core Essentials: A Visual Studio Code extension pack for .NET Core development, with special provisions for Azure Cloud development through official Microsoft extensions.

• PHP Development Essentials: A Visual Studio Code extension pack that serves as the comprehensive version of Web Development Essentials pack, which, unlike Web Development Essentials, does not have Angular or React extensions.

• Python Essentials: A Visual Studio Code extension pack for Python development.

• Web Development Essentials: A Visual Studio Code extension pack that serves as the condensed version of the PHP Development Essentials pack for Visual Studio Code, whose main premise is centered around JavaScript ecosystem.

Disclaimer

Please be advised that this is an "off-the-clock" passion project, whose intent is to be utilized by anyone (including my colleagues) who will derive benefit from this one-click installation of popular extensions that I felt was a relevant theme to this Extension Pack.

Singing Off

Please enjoy! Cheers!