WakaTime for Visual Studio Code

Metrics, insights, and time tracking automatically generated from your programming activity.

Installation

1. Press F1 or CMD + Shift + P and type install. Pick Extensions: Install Extension.

![type install](./images/type-install.png)

2. Type wakatime and hit enter.

![type wakatime](./images/type-wakatime.png)

3. Restart Visual Studio Code.

4. Enter your api key, then press enter.

(If you already have a WakaTime plugin installed, you won't be prompted for your api key.)

5. Use VSCode like you normally do and your time will automatically be tracked for you.

Usage

Visit https://wakatime.com to see your coding activity.

Configuring

Settings are stored in the INI file at $HOME/.wakatime.cfg.

More information can be found from wakatime core.

Troubleshooting

Open your Developer Console to view errors: Help -> Toggle Developer Tools.

For more general troubleshooting information, see wakatime/wakatime#troubleshooting.