Discover why Visual Studio Code remains the go-to IDE for developers, especially when working with Rust. In this video, we’ll walk you through the ultimate setup for Rust development using VS Code, and highlight some powerful extensions to streamline your workflow. 

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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:29 1st step
1:48 2nd step
4:13 Highly recommended extensions

Let's Get Rusty

Setting up VS Code for Rust development involves installing the Rust toolchain using rustup.rs, downloading VS Code, and adding essential extensions like Rust Analyzer for code completion and Code LLDB for debugging. Optional extensions like Dependabot, Error Lens, To-Do Tree, and GitHub Copilot can further enhance your development experience.

Ultimate VS Code setup for Rust development (2025)

<p>I’ve been using VS Code for Rust development for years and can attest to the power of <code>Rust Analyzer</code> and <code>Code LLDB</code> - but if you’re looking for a game-changer, definitely try adding <code>GitHub Copilot</code> to your setup 🚀</p>


<p>Which code editor do you use for writing Rust? In my experience, the best development experience for Rust is with VS Code. I’ve also tested Fleek, Zed, and RustRover.</p>
