Build GenAI Apps from Scratch — UCSB PaCE Certificate Program
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Learn how to use Visual Studio Code as a powerful tool for non-programming tasks in this 27-minute tutorial. Discover how VS Code can serve as more than just a code editor, functioning as a versatile workspace for writing, creative projects, and productivity tasks without requiring any programming knowledge. Start with the basics of getting familiar with the VS Code interface and navigation. Explore practical writing applications, including note-taking, document creation, and text editing capabilities. Dive into creative use cases that showcase VS Code's flexibility for various content creation projects. Master source control tracking to manage and version your work effectively, even for non-code files. Experience Copilot Vision Domain features that enhance your workflow with AI assistance. Learn to work with attachments and file management within the VS Code environment. Discover essential extensions that expand VS Code's functionality for non-developers, transforming it into a comprehensive productivity suite. Access additional resources covering advanced note-taking techniques with Git integration, detailed Git usage in VS Code, and MCP Servers implementation to further enhance your non-development workflow.
Syllabus
00:00 Intro
00:18 Getting Started
03:10 Demo - Writing
12:40 Demo - Creative
16:14 Demo - Tracking in Source Control
19:54 Demo - Copilot Vision Domain
23:37 Demo - Attachments
24:45 Demo - Extensions
26:00 Thank you!
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