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Run VSCode on a Remote Machine

Running a VSCode Service​

Interactive services in Transformer Lab allow you to run VSCode on a remote machine using the official VSCode tunnels implementation. This guide walks you through running a VSCode service.

Prerequisites​

Before running a VSCode service, ensure you have a Compute Provider set up and active.

  1. Navigate to Team Settings and set up a Compute Provider. Compute Provider Setup

  2. Make sure the provider is active by clicking on the health button. Provider Health Check

Steps to Run a VSCode Service​

  1. Go to the Interact page in Transformer Lab.

  2. Click on the "New" button to create a new interactive service. Interact Page New Button

  3. Select "VSCode" as the type of interactive service to launch. Select VSCode

  4. Configure the service:

    • Enter a name for the service.
    • Select the Compute Provider to use.
    • Specify the resources: CPU, memory, and GPUs. VSCode Configuration

  5. Click "Launch" to start the VSCode service.

  6. Once launched, a card will appear for the service. Click the "Interactive Setup" button on the card.

  7. The setup involves a two-step process:

    • Step 1: A code will be displayed. Go to github.com/login/device to authenticate and tie the tunnel to your GitHub account. VSCode Setup Step 1
    • Step 2: After authentication, reopen the card to see the URL for accessing VSCode running on the remote machine. VSCode Setup Step 2

  8. Follow the provided URL to access VSCode in your browser and start coding on the remote machine. Access VSCode