Podcast
VS Code Insiders Podcast
Hosted by Microsoft · EN
Go beyond the changelog with VS Code Insiders Podcast, the official podcast from the Visual Studio Code team. Each episode pulls back the curtain on the latest features, design decisions, and engineering challenges behind one of the world’s most beloved code editors.
Join us as we sit down with the developers, product managers, and community contributors shaping the future of software development. From deep dives into new extensions and experimental tooling to candid conversations about where coding is headed, VS Code Insiders Podcast is your backstage pass to the evolution of modern development.
Whether you're a seasoned dev, a curious tinkerer, or just obsessed with clean commits and clever workflows—this is your space to stay informed, inspired, and in the loop.
10episodes
Episodes
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Inside The Agent Loop with Pierce Boggan
Apr 2000:33:13Tap to summarizeDive into the heart of VS Code’s agent loop as James and Pierce unravel how agents, sub-agents, tools, and harnesses work together to power your coding experience. Learn how the agent loop has evolved, why different models are used for specific tasks, and how you can customize or optimize your own workflows. Perfect for anyone curious about the magic behind AI-driven code assistance! Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode
Transcribe →Autopilot Mode with Justin Chen
Mar 1600:26:30Tap to summarizeJustin and James deep-dive into Autopilot and the evolving VS Code chat UX—why shimmers and collapsed containers declutter conversations, and why the input bar split and new permissions picker matter. Learn how Autopilot (Insiders preview) can auto-approve tools, answer prompts, iterate until a task_complete signal or max retries, and when to use default vs bypass approvals; practical tips for safe, hands-off workflows and feedback. Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Special Guest: Justin Chen.
Transcribe →Subagents: Parallel Execution and Context Isolation [Updated]
Feb 900:29:40Tap to summarizeDiscover how VS Code's subagents revolutionize parallel execution and context management. Learn the fundamentals of agent loops and context windows, then dive into how subagents isolate tasks, run simultaneously, and keep your main agent focused. Plus, explore custom agents and model optimization strategies to supercharge your development workflow. Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Special Guest: Harald Kirschner.Links:v1.109 Release NotesAgents Overview in VS CodeSubagents in VS Code
Transcribe →Orchestrating Multiple Agents in VS Code with Ben & Peng
Jan 1200:40:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode James sits down with Ben and Peng from the VS Code team to unpack a year of AI evolution inside the editor — from Copilot Free to the new agent sessions UI. They explain the three agent flavors (interactive local, background, cloud), why agent orchestration matters, and how VS Code is reshaping UX so you can run parallel sessions, delegate work, and treat agent outputs like inbox items to triage. Key takeaways: build context in local chats then delegate to background/cloud, harden projects with linting/tests to improve agent reliability, and expect session results to include artifacts beyond code (tests, screenshots, videos). If you want practical tips for embedding agents into your workflow and a peek at where VS Code is headed, this conversation is a must-listen. Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Special Guests: Benjamin Pasero and Peng Lyu.Links:v1.108 Release NotesAgents OverviewBackground AgentsCloud Agents
Transcribe →VS Code - 2025 Wrapped with Burke Holland and Pierce Boggan
Dec 2300:43:58Tap to summarizeBurke and Pierce sit down to review a full year of releases, surprises, partnerships, and AI goodies in VS Code from 2025! Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Special Guest: Burke Holland.Links:VS Code Updates
Transcribe →Models, Evals, and Raptor Mini with Julia Kasper
Dec 800:24:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the VS Code Insiders podcast, James sits down with Julia to explore the fast-changing world of AI models inside VS Code. They dive into how developers can evaluate models, the role of fine-tuning, and why speed versus complexity matters. From Raptor Mini to Sonnet, this conversation reveals the behind-the-scenes work shaping your coding experience today. Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Special Guest: Julia Kasper.Links:Raptor Mini
Transcribe →Taming AI Assisted Coding Models with Eleanor Berger
Nov 2400:28:52Tap to summarizePamela and Eleanor dig into the real art of AI‑assisted coding—delegating work to background agents, writing specs that models actually follow, and steering different LLM personalities without superstition. Expect hands‑on tactics with Copilot, GitHub Actions, CLI‑first workflows, and the agents.md standard, plus a peek at Eleanor’s open‑source Ruler project for centralized rules. Come for the model face‑offs, stay for the practical tips: richer prompts, sandboxed evals, and even talking to your computer. Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Special Guest: Eleanor Berger.Links:Elite AI Assisted Coding
Transcribe →Designing for Everyone: Accessibility in VS Code with Megan Rogge
Nov 1700:28:41Tap to summarizeMegan Rogge, Software Engineer on VS Code, joins James to explore how accessibility is woven into the culture and engineering practices of Visual Studio Code. From screen reader support to sound signals and contrast themes, this episode reveals the thoughtful design behind features that empower every developer. Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Special Guest: Megan Rogge.Links:Accessibility in VS CodeCoding Non-Visually in Visual Studio Code: Collaboration Towards Accessible Development Environment for Blind Programmers
Transcribe →Beyond the Keynote: VS Code at GitHub Universe 2025
Nov 1000:45:06Tap to summarizeWhat does it look like for VS Code to be an AI-native editor? How is it evolving with agents running locally in the editor, in a CLI, in the cloud, or even from other companies? Pierce breaks down every part of what was announced for VS Code at GitHub Universe and goes behind the scenes of his part of the keynote. Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Links:GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code gets upgradedA mission control to assign, steer, and track Copilot coding agent tasksGitHub Universe 2025 Opening KeynoteOpen Source AI Editor: Second MilestoneA Unified Experience for all Coding Agents
Transcribe →Behind the Scenes of VS Code’s Planning Agent with Bhavya U
Nov 300:22:41Tap to summarizeThe new planning agent is here to help you plan out your next tasks, but how does it differ from todos? When would you want to use the planning agent, and how does it actually work? Bhavya, software engineer on the VS Code team, sits down to break it all down. Follow VS Code: X: https://x.com/code Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vscode.dev YouTube: https://youtube.com/code LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/104107263 GitHub: https://github.com/microsoft/vscode Special Guest: Bhavya U.Links:Planning AgentGitHub Universe Keynote
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