VS Code + SSH for Remote Dev: Setup, Keys, and Port Forwarding Explained

In this video, we dive into using SSH with Visual Studio Code for remote development, from initial setup to advanced configurations. Learn how to securely connect to a remote Ubuntu virtual machine hosted on Azure and run a Node.js application as if it were local! We'll walk through the basics of SSH keys, explaining the role of public and private keys, and how to set them up for secure authentication. Plus, we’ll cover port forwarding, allowing you to access and debug your Node.js app running on the VM directly from your local machine. Whether you're just starting with remote development or looking to deepen your knowledge, this tutorial is designed to give you all the tools you need to set up and manage your development environment remotely. Perfect for developers aiming to streamline their workflow and embrace the power of remote environments! Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Overview 01:30 - Whiteboard 02:51 - Public and Private Keys 09:00 - Remote VS Code 11:15 - Deploying Ubuntu on Azure 15:00 - Configuring VScode 19:00 - Remote connect with SSH 22:23 - Installing NPM and Node.js 24:00 - Debugging 26:00 - Summary and wrap up