Unlock the Power of Serverless

Visual Studio Code, combined with the Azure Functions extension, provides a powerful and intuitive environment for building, testing, and deploying serverless applications to Azure. Whether you're creating event-driven APIs, processing data streams, or automating tasks, this setup streamlines your workflow.

Integrated Development Experience

Leverage the rich features of VS Code, including intelligent code completion, debugging, Git integration, and a vast extension marketplace, all tailored for Azure Functions development.

Effortless Deployment

Deploy your functions directly from VS Code to Azure with just a few clicks. Manage your function apps, monitor performance, and configure settings without leaving your editor.

Local Development and Testing

Run and debug your Azure Functions locally on your machine. The Azure Functions Core Tools enable a realistic testing environment, allowing you to iterate quickly before deploying to the cloud.

func init MyFunctionProj --worker-runtime node --language javascript
cd MyFunctionProj
func new --name MyHttpTrigger --template "HTTP trigger" --authlevel anonymous

Rich Extension Support

The official Azure Functions extension for VS Code offers features like creating new projects and functions, debugging, deployment, and managing local settings.

Language Flexibility

Develop your functions in a variety of popular languages, including C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, PowerShell, and Java. The extension provides language-specific tooling and support.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Quick project setup and scaffolding.
  • Powerful local debugging with breakpoints.
  • Seamless deployment to Azure Functions.
  • Integrated Azure resource management.
  • Support for multiple programming languages.
  • Real-time monitoring and logging.

Getting Started

1. Install VS Code: If you haven't already, download and install Visual Studio Code.

2. Install Azure Functions Extension: Open VS Code, go to the Extensions view (Ctrl+Shift+X or Cmd+Shift+X), and search for "Azure Functions". Install the official extension.

3. Install Azure Functions Core Tools: Follow the instructions on the Azure Functions documentation to install the Core Tools for your operating system.

4. Create Your First Function: Use the Azure Functions extension in VS Code to create a new project and a new function. The extension will guide you through the process.

Dive deeper into specific scenarios and advanced features by exploring the official Azure Functions VS Code documentation.