How to Install vscode Command on Amazon Linux

If you are using Amazon Linux and find that the vscode command is not available, you can follow these steps to install it.

Context

The vscode command is a popular command-line tool for interacting with Visual Studio Code, a widely used code editor. It allows you to open files and projects directly from the terminal, making it convenient for developers.

Installation Steps

To install the vscode command on Amazon Linux, you can follow these steps:

1. Download the Visual Studio Code package using wget:

   wget -O vscode.rpm https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=760868
   

2. Install the package using yum:

   sudo yum install vscode.rpm
   

3. Verify the installation by running the vscode command:

   vscode
   

If the above steps do not work or if the yum command is not available on your system, you can try the following alternative method:

1. Download the Visual Studio Code package using curl:

   curl -o vscode.rpm https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=760868
   

2. Install the package using rpm:

   sudo rpm -i vscode.rpm
   

3. Verify the installation by running the vscode command:

   vscode
   

Conclusion

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully install the vscode command on your Amazon Linux system. This will allow you to use Visual Studio Code directly from the terminal, enhancing your development workflow.