SharePoint Embedded Extension for Visual Studio Code

The SharePoint Embedded Visual Studio Code extension helps developers get started with SharePoint Embedded application development.

In late January 2024, Microsoft released an innovative extension for Visual Studio Code, to help developers get started with building applications using SharePoint Embedded. This extension is designed to streamline the development process, offering a suite of capabilities that simplify how developers interact with SharePoint Embedded. Here’s what you need to know about this extension.

Introduction to SharePoint Embedded for Visual Studio Code

The SharePoint Embedded extension for Visual Studio Code is currently in preview release. With this extension, developers can now:

• Create and Configure Azure Entra App Registrations: Seamlessly integrate with SharePoint Embedded by setting up Azure Entra applications directly within Visual Studio Code.
• Manage Free Trial Container Types: Experiment with SharePoint Embedded APIs by creating and managing trial container types.
• Load Sample Apps with Ease: Jumpstart your development with sample apps, which come pre-configured for immediate use, thanks to auto-populated runtime configurations.
• Export Configurations for Further Testing: Generate Postman Environment files for a smooth transition to API testing with the SharePoint Embedded Postman Collection.