Use VSCode to Remotely Develop Python

Prerequisites

1. Install VSCode.
2. Install the Remote Development Extension Pack.
3. Ensure you have SSH access to the remote machine.
4. Python must be installed on the remote machine.

Steps to Set Up Remote Development

1. Connect to the Remote Machine:

   • Open VSCode.
   • Press Ctrl+Shift+P (or Cmd+Shift+P on macOS) to open the Command Palette.
   • Type Remote-SSH: Connect to Host and select your remote machine.

2. Install Python Extension:

   • Once connected, install the Python extension on the remote machine via VSCode.

3. Configure the Environment:

   • Set up your Python interpreter by selecting it in the bottom-left corner of VSCode.
   • Use the following command to ensure your PYTHONPATH is set correctly:

     export PYTHONPATH=$PYTHONPATH:$(pwd)

4. Sync Your Code:

   • Use Git or other tools to sync your codebase between your local and remote environments.

5. Run and Debug:

   • Open your Python files in VSCode.
   • Set breakpoints and use the built-in debugger to test your code.