Use Sienna in VSCode

Prerequisites

Start by completing the install steps for Julia and Sienna on the basic installation page. Then:

Step 1: Install Visual Studio Code

1. Download from VSCode.
2. Install following the on-screen instructions.
3. Launch VSCode after installation.

Step 2: Configure Julia in VSCode

1. Open VSCode, go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X on Windows, Cmd+Shift+X on Mac).

2. Search for and install the Julia extension.

3. Set Julia's path:

   • Open Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P on Windows, Cmd+Shift+P on Mac).
   • Search: Settings → Julia: Executable Path.
   • Provide the full path to your julia executable (julia.exe on Windows, julia on Mac and Linux).

Step 3: Start Julia REPL in VSCode

1. Open the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P).
2. Type Julia: Start REPL and press Enter to launch it.

Test you have access to your Sienna installation:

using PowerSystems

Troubleshooting

• Path Issues: Verify paths in VSCode’s settings.
• Package Issues: Ensure Julia is up-to-date and has internet access.
• Restart Required: If REPL does not load, restart VSCode.