Meera Haridasa introduces VS Code for the Web – Azure and highlights how developers can build, edit, and deploy cloud applications rapidly with pre-integrated runtimes, AI-assisted tools, and direct GitHub and Azure connections.

Accelerate Development with VS Code for the Web – Azure Integration

VS Code for the Web – Azure dramatically streamlines your development workflow, allowing you to code, test, and deploy Azure applications entirely from your browser. This environment is designed to eliminate setup overhead, letting developers focus on building features from day one.

Key Features

Browser-Based Workspace: Launch a pre-configured coding environment at vscode.dev/azure
Integrated Runtimes: Node.js, Python, Java, C#, and Git are available right away
Azure Developer CLI (azd): Simplifies Azure resource management
GitHub Integration: Open, edit, and commit changes to any repository without leaving your browser
Smooth Transition: Move from browser workspace to desktop VS Code with the “Continue on Desktop” feature

Fast Entry Points for Developers

Start from Microsoft Foundry

Access AI-generated code agents on the Microsoft Foundry site
Instantly open and edit code snippets in VS Code for the Web – Azure using the “Open in VS Code” option
Refine, test, and deploy Foundry agents without manual setup

Start from Azure Copilot in the Azure Portal

In the Azure Portal, use Azure Copilot to generate code for your scenario
Open generated code directly in VS Code for the Web – Azure with one click
Leverage GitHub Copilot within the editor for additional code suggestions and improvements
Iterate and expand your implementation, then deploy with integrated Azure tools

Seamless AI-to-Cloud Workflows

By connecting AI-powered code generation with browser-based development and cloud deployment, these integrations remove friction at every stage. Developers can:

Start coding with AI guidance from Foundry or Azure Copilot
Transition immediately to a ready-to-use browser environment
Apply iterative updates using GitHub Copilot
Deploy directly to Azure cloud resources

Getting Started

Visit vscode.dev/azure to experience VS Code for the Web – Azure. Explore new entry points via Foundry and Azure Copilot to optimize your workflow. With ongoing platform improvements, developing cloud applications is faster and more accessible than ever.

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