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VS Code
Visual Studio Code
Definition
A free, lightweight code editor made by Microsoft. The most popular tool for writing and editing code, with thousands of extensions for every programming language and workflow.
Why it matters
Even as a non-technical founder, understanding what VS Code is helps you collaborate with developers, review code, or start learning to build your own tools. Most developer tutorials will use it.
Example
A founder learning to build her first Shopify app opens VS Code, installs the Shopify extension, and edits her store's theme files without touching the Shopify dashboard.
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