Visual Studio Code Extensions That Help Work With Git

Visual Studio Code has git by default, but the built-in functions are not always enough for convenient and fast work. Also for effective work with git visualization of processes is required.

Below are extensions that will make working with git convenient and enjoyable:

Gitlens

GitLens extends the capabilities of git embedded in Visual Studio Code. The extension has a large number of functions and flexible settings. With one click you can get information about the author, annotation and other line by line.


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Git history

Git History helps to view change histories. It has a fairly user-friendly interface and works very quickly.

Git graph

The extension helps you browse the repository branches and also do a search in history. For developers, who often accepts a pull request and makes code review this extension will become indispensable.

Git indicators

A simple git activity indicator in the bottom panel of Visual Studio Code.