How to install VS Code for Surf 5

Preparation for using VS Code

Installing ARM GCC Compiler Download link

Step 1

Download the .exe file that suits your user environment.

Step 2

Press Next.

Step 3

Set the path. We recommend installing it in the "C:\Program Files (x86)..." directory. Please remember this path, as it will be required in the VS Code environment settings below. If you have completed the path configuration, press Install.

Step 4

Wait for the download to complete.

Step 5

Click on the checkboxes below to match the picture and press Finish.

Installing CMake Download link

Step 1

Download the file that suits your user environment.

Step 2

Press Next.

Step 3

Select "Add CMake to the system PATH for all users" and click Next.

Step 4

Verify the download path and click Next.

Step 5

Wait for the download to complete.

Step 6

Press Finish to complete the installation.

Installing Build Tools for Visual Studio 2019 Download link

Step 1

Click on "Free download" for the Community version and download the installation file. If you already have Visual Studio, you don't need to install it again.

Step 2

Press Continue.

Step 3

Wait for the download to complete.

Step 4

Check the "C++ build tools" under the "Desktop & Mobile" tab in the left box. Then, in the right box under the "Installation details" tab, click the checkboxes as shown in the picture below. and press Install.

Step 5

Wait for the download to complete.

Installing Visual Studio Code Download link

Step 1

Click on "Free download" for Visual Studio Code and download the installation file. If you already have Visual Studio Code, you don't need to install it again.