For New Coders
Welcome to Cline, your AI-powered coding companion! This guide will help you quickly set up your development environment and begin your coding journey with ease.
๐ก Tip: If youโre completely new to coding, take your time with each step. Thereโs no rush โ Cline is here to guide you!
๐ Getting Started
Before you jump into coding, make sure you have these essentials ready:
1. VS Code
A popular, free, and powerful code editor.
๐บ Recommended YouTube Tutorial: How to Install VS Code
โ Pro Tip: Install VS Code in your Applications folder (macOS) or Program Files (Windows) for easy access from your dock or start menu.
2. Organize Your Projects
Create a dedicated folder named Cline
in your Documents folder for all your coding projects:
- macOS:
/Users/[your-username]/Documents/Cline
- Windows:
C:\Users\[your-username]\Documents\Cline
Inside your Cline
folder, structure projects clearly:
Documents/Cline/workout-app
(e.g., for a fitness tracking app)Documents/Cline/portfolio-website
(e.g., to showcase your work)
๐ก Tip: Keeping your projects organized from the start will save you time and confusion later!
3. Install the Cline VS Code Extension
Enhance your coding workflow by installing the Cline extension directly within VS Code:
- Get Started with Cline Extension Tutorial
๐บ Recommended YouTube Tutorial: How To Install Extensions in VS Code
โ Pro Tip: After installing, reload VS Code to ensure the extension is activated properly.
4. Essential Development Tools
Basic software required for coding efficiently:
- Homebrew (macOS)
- Node.js
- Git
๐บ Recommended YouTube Tutorials for Manual Installation:
- For macOS:
- For Windows:
โ ๏ธ Note: If you run into permission issues during installation, try running your terminal or command prompt as an administrator.
๐ Youโre all set! Dive in and start coding smarter and faster with Cline.