Live Collaboration Tool for VS Code

Unlock the power of real-time collaboration with your team, directly within VS Code! The Live Collaboration Tool extension allows multiple users to edit the same file simultaneously, track each other's cursors, chat seamlessly, and much more—making it perfect for pair programming, code reviews, and remote teamwork.

Features

• Real-time Collaborative Editing: Work with your team to edit code simultaneously, seeing all changes as they happen.
• Cursor Tracking: See other users' cursors with unique colors to know exactly where they are working in the file.
• Built-in Chat: Instantly communicate with your collaborators without leaving the editor.
• User Presence Indicators: Get a visual cue of who is currently viewing or editing the file.
• Version Control: Track changes in real-time and revert to previous versions, ensuring you never lose important updates.
• Seamless Integration: Effortlessly integrate into your VS Code workflow without the need for external tools.

Why Use It?

• Boost Productivity: Collaborate in real-time within VS Code, reducing context switching and streamlining your workflow.
• Enhance Remote Work: Ideal for distributed teams, remote pair programming, and code reviews, eliminating the barriers of time zone differences.
• Better Collaboration: Track each other's movements in the editor, chat without distractions, and keep your team in sync.

Installation

1. Open VS Code.
2. Navigate to the Extensions view (Ctrl+Shift+X or Cmd+Shift+X).
3. Search for Live Collaboration Tool in the Extensions Marketplace.
4. Click Install to add the extension to your editor.

Once installed, you can start collaborating by opening a file and inviting team members.

How to Use

1. Start a Session: Open a file and select the Start Collaboration command from the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P or Cmd+Shift+P).
2. Invite Team Members: Share the session link with your teammates so they can join your collaboration session.
3. Edit Together: As you and your teammates edit the file, your changes will be synchronized in real-time.
4. Track Cursors: See exactly where each teammate is working, with unique color indicators for each user.
5. Communicate Seamlessly: Use the built-in chat to discuss code changes, share ideas, or ask questions without leaving VS Code.

Contributing

We welcome contributions to make this extension even better! If you'd like to contribute, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository on GitHub.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
3. Submit a pull request to the main repository.

Feel free to report issues or request features via the GitHub Issues section.

License

This extension is licensed under the MIT License.

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Happy collaborating! 🚀