Python in Visual Studio Code – September 2024 Release
Release Notes - September 2024
Django unit test support
- Users can now discover and run Django unit tests through the Test Explorer.
- To enable this feature, users need to add an environment variable pointing to the Django application's manage.py file.
- Users need to create a file at the root of the project and add the path to the application's file.
- Additional Django test arguments can be added to the file as needed.
- Users can navigate to the Testing view and select the Refresh Tests button to display Django tests.
Go to definition from inlay hints with Pylance
- With inlay hints enabled, users can navigate to a type's definition by using Ctrl+Click or hovering over it.
Other Changes and Enhancements
- Access the VS Code Native REPL for Python from the Command Palette.
- VS Code Native REPL for Python now starts at the project folder.
- Strings are now normalized when sending commands to the VS Code Native REPL.
- Ability to restart the debugger when debugging tests through the debug control widget.
Call for Community Feedback
- Seeking feedback on a design proposal for test coverage.
How to Try Out the Improvements
- Download the Python and Jupyter extensions from the Marketplace or install them directly from the extensions view in Visual Studio Code.
- Learn more about Python support in Visual Studio Code in the documentation.
- For problems or suggestions, file an issue on the Python VS Code GitHub page.
