Top 5 VSCode Extensions I Use Every Day

Top 5 VSCode Extensions I Use Every Day

July 20, 2025
#VSCode#Tools#Productivity

My Daily Coding Toolkit

Top 5 VSCode extensions I use:

1. Prettier – Code Formatter

  • Auto-formats code
  • Team-friendly
  • Works with JS, TS, CSS, etc.

2. ESLint – Catch Bugs Early

  • Fixes issues on save
  • Prevents bad habits
  • Ideal for React/Next.js

3. Tailwind CSS IntelliSense

  • Autocomplete for classes
  • Responsive hints
  • Color previews

4. GitLens – Git Superpowers

  • View blame & history
  • Compare changes
  • Works great with teams

5. Live Server

  • Preview HTML/CSS/JS in real time
  • Auto reloads on save
  • Great for static site testing

Bonus: VSCode Workspace Tips

📁 .vscode/settings.json:

{
  "editor.formatOnSave": true,
  "editor.defaultFormatter": "esbenp.prettier-vscode"
}

📁 .vscode/extensions.json:

{
  "recommendations": [
    "esbenp.prettier-vscode",
    "dbaeumer.vscode-eslint",
    "bradlc.vscode-tailwindcss",
    "eamodio.gitlens"
  ]
}

🧠 "Master your tools, and they’ll help you master your craft."

Happy coding! 🚀