vsce
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Description:
Tool for packaging, publishing and managing VS Code extensions
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 3.7.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 7, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: vscode extensions packaging publishing developer-tools
Install: brew install vsce
About:
Visual Studio Code Extension Manager (vsce) is the official command-line tool for packaging, publishing, and managing VS Code extensions. It allows developers to bundle their extension code, metadata, and assets into a single installable file. The tool also handles version management and publishing to the Visual Studio Marketplace, streamlining the entire extension lifecycle.
Key Features:
  • Packages extensions into installable .vsix files
  • Publishes extensions to the Visual Studio Marketplace
  • Manages extension versions and metadata validation
  • Supports automated CI/CD workflows for extensions
Use Cases:
  • Bundling a VS Code extension for distribution
  • Automating extension releases in a GitHub Actions pipeline
  • Validating extension manifest files before submission
Alternatives:
  • ovsx – Open VSX Registry equivalent for Eclipse/OpenVSX ecosystem
Version History
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Nov 7, 2025 9:13pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 2873f1fd
Sep 26, 2025 3:40pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 6d4e2c10
Sep 23, 2025 2:49am 0 VERSION_BUMP 65008d36
Sep 29, 2024 10:01pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 9050d140