Checking out the code¶
This section outlines the process of checking out the code for local development.
Git Code check out https://github.com/landinfotech/mycivitas
👩💻 Getting source code¶
📒Which branch to use?: Note that we deploy our staging work from the develop branch and our production environment from the main branch. If you are planning on contributing improvements to the project, please submit them to the develop branch.
You can use any IDE of your choice. Visual Studio Code is preferable as it has:
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Versatile and Extensible: VS Code is a highly versatile and extensible IDE that supports a wide range of programming languages, making it suitable for various development tasks.
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Free and Open Source: Being open source and free to use, VS Code offers powerful features without any cost, making it accessible to developers of all backgrounds.
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Rich Ecosystem: It boasts a rich ecosystem of extensions and plugins that can be easily installed from the marketplace, enabling developers to customise and enhance their development environment based on their needs and preferences.
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Intelligent Code Editing: VS Code provides intelligent code editing features such as syntax highlighting, code completion, and code navigation, helping developers write code more efficiently and accurately.
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Integrated Terminal: It comes with an integrated terminal, allowing developers to run commands and scripts directly within the IDE without switching to external terminals.
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Built-in Git Integration: With built-in Git integration, developers can easily manage version control tasks, such as committing changes, branching, and merging, directly from within the IDE.
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Cross-Platform Support: VS Code is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, ensuring a consistent development experience across different operating systems.
Overall, Visual Studio Code offers a compelling combination of features, performance, and extensibility, making it a preferred choice for many developers working in local development environments.