My VS Code extension stack:
Essentials:
- Prettier — Code formatting
- ESLint — Code quality
- Tailwind CSS IntelliSense — Autocomplete and linting
- gitLens — Git insights in the editor
- GitHub Copilot — AI pair programmer
Bonus:
- Rainbow CSV — Color-coded CSV viewing
- CodeSnap — Create beautiful code screenshots
- Todo Tree — Track TODOs and FIXMEs
- Project Manager — Switch between projects easily
The key is to start minimal and add extensions as you need them. Too many extensions slow down VS Code.