Seamless teaching and learning through GitHub Classroom and Visual Studio Code

Students and educators in computer science face significant challenges due to complex tooling and overwhelming systems, which can hinder the learning process before coursework even begins. In response, a new extension for Visual Studio Code, integrated with GitHub Classroom, aims to streamline the teaching and learning experience by simplifying access to necessary tools and reducing setup complications. This extension offers a student-centric approach to learning Git, GitHub Classroom, and Visual Studio Code, featuring functionalities like integrated autograding, live collaboration through Microsoft Live Share, and a one-click setup for assignments. By enabling teachers to include a convenient “Open in Visual Studio Code” button on assignments, the extension minimizes technical barriers, allowing students to focus on their learning objectives while educators can efficiently manage their workload without compromising quality.