Skip to main content
QVSCE Hero

​
What is the Qualcomm VSCode Extension?

The Qualcomm® Visual Studio Code Extension (QVSCE) turns VS Code into a complete embedded-Linux development environment for Qualcomm® development kits. Everything you need — from firmware flashing to AI-model profiling — is available without leaving your editor.

Flash & Configure

Download platform images and SDKs, then flash them to your device in a guided 5-step workflow.

Build & Debug

Compile, deploy and source-level debug applications with full IntelliSense support.

Sample Projects

Start from ready-made templates that match the pre-installed device apps.

AI Models

Browse, download, profile and deploy AI models via Qualcomm AI Hub directly from the IDE.

​
Key Features

Compile and flash platform images and Qualcomm-powered SDKs seamlessly — then build, deploy, and debug applications from the same IDE window.
Interact with AI models using Qualcomm AI Hub. Optimize and profile models for your target device without switching tools.
Connect via ADB (Qualcomm Linux) or SSH (Qualcomm Linux & Ubuntu). Add any device by IP address.
Auto-configured .vscode workspace settings enable code search, highlighting, autocompletion, input prompts, and symbol inspection.

​
Host Requirements

Ubuntu 22.04

Windows (WSL2 + Ubuntu 22.04/24.04)

Ubuntu 24.04

macOS (UTM)

​
Next Steps

1

Install Visual Studio Code

Download VS Code for Ubuntu or Windows.
2

Install the Extension

Get the VSIX from Qualcomm Software Center and install it from within VS Code.
3

Run the Getting Started Wizard

Click Get Started on the Home page to configure your host and flash your device.
Ready to dive in? Head to the Quick Start guide.