Visual Studio Code vs. Atom: eine gute Linux-Alternative?

Visual Studio Code als Linux-Alternative zu Atom

Aktualisiert am 31. Oktober 2026

Unser Fazit

Visual Studio Code is a strong replacement for Atom, especially for developers who want a modern, maintained editor with built-in Git and debugging. It covers syntax highlighting, themes, and extensions effectively. However, it is proprietary, not open-source, which may be a dealbreaker for some. Performance is generally good, though it uses more memory than Atom in some cases. If you need a fully open-source alternative, consider VSCodium or other editors. For most users, VS Code offers a smoother, more integrated experience.

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Lizenz: LicenseRef-proprietary=https://code.visu…
Preis: Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version: 1.139.1 (25. September 2026)
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Was gleich funktioniert

Extensible plugin system via marketplace
Built-in Git integration
Customizable UI and themes
Syntax highlighting for many languages
Cross-platform support

Was anders ist

Proprietary license, not open-source
Heavier resource usage compared to Atom
Different extension ecosystem, some Atom packages may not port directly
Integrated terminal and debugging features are more robust
No direct equivalent to Atom's core package manager interface

Ihre Atom-Dateien öffnen

VS Code can open most text files and projects that Atom could, including source code in various languages. Settings and keybindings do not transfer directly, but you can export Atom settings and manually configure VS Code. Project files like .git directories remain compatible. Specific Atom package configurations will need to be recreated in VS Code using similar extensions.

Von Atom zu Visual Studio Code wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

Install Visual Studio Code from Flathub or Microsoft's website
Export Atom settings and keybindings for reference
Install equivalent VS Code extensions for your workflow
Configure Git settings and verify repository access
Test opening existing projects to ensure compatibility
Adjust themes and UI preferences to match your setup

Wichtige Funktionen von Visual Studio Code

Cross‑platform, gleiche UI auf Linux, macOS, Windows
Integrierte Git-Unterstützung und Quellcodeverwaltung
Erweiterbar über einen großen Marketplace
Integriertes Terminal und Debugging
Intelligente Codevervollständigung (IntelliSense)
Sprachspezifische Linters und Formatter

Visual Studio Code unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub com.visualstudio.code

Häufige Fragen

Is VS Code open-source like Atom?

No, VS Code is proprietary. If you need an open-source alternative, consider VSCodium, which is a community build of VS Code without Microsoft's telemetry.

Will my Atom packages work in VS Code?

No, Atom packages are not compatible with VS Code. You will need to find and install equivalent extensions from the VS Code marketplace.

Is VS Code available on Linux?

Yes, VS Code is available on Linux via Flathub, Snap, or direct download from Microsoft's website. The Flatpak version may require additional configuration for features like the integrated terminal.