Getting Started with VS Code for IBM i [Video Tutorial]

Code for IBM i is rapidly gain traction as an efficient, cost-effective alternative to RDi for RPGLE (fixed and free format), COBOL, CL, and Db2 for i development.

To help traditional IBM i developers explore this fast and flexible IDE, Patrick Behr offers this first tutorial in his Getting Started with VS Code for i video series. In it, he demonstrates how to install VS Code and its IBM i Development pack, connect to an IBM i server, set and manage library lists, filter your object browser, and change and compile RPG source.

For the best viewing, set your video player to HD quality.

In future tutorials, Patrick will show us how to set up and use Code for i’s Filters, Actions, and Profiles. Stay tuned!

In the meantime, learn more about VS Code for i by joining the Code for i Fridays community and checking out other resources.

For the best way to get your entire team up and productive with VS Code for i, talk to us about VS Code for i SmartSupport and our RDi Migration package.

(Links edited on 2/5/2025)