# ESP-IDF VS Code Extension v1.9.0 release

DevFeed: [ESP-IDF VS Code Extension v1.9.0 release](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/esp-idf-vs-code-extension-v1-9-0-release-13677.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://developer.espressif.com/blog/2025/01/release-v1-9-0/>)

Author: John Lee

Published: 2025-01-17T00:00:00Z

Content type: release

Language: en

Sources: [Blog on Developer Portal](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/blog-on-developer-portal.md>)

Topics: [VS Code Extension](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/vscode-extension.md>), [ESP-IDF](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/esp-idf.md>), [releases](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/releases.md>), [Development](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/development.md>)

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## AI overview

Espressif announces version 1.9.0 of the ESP-IDF VS Code Extension, introducing onboarding walkthroughs, improved project creation and configuration, serial device filtering, debugging and QEMU updates, telemetry enhancements, and multiple bug fixes.

## Source excerpt

We're excited to announce the release of the ESP-IDF VS Code Extension v1.9.0! This update brings powerful new features, performance enhancements, and numerous improvements to streamline your development experience. New Features and Improvements# Enhanced User Experience - Added two new interactive walkthroughs: "Basic Usage Guide" and "Advanced Features" for better user onboarding. - Improved project creation from examples with enhanced UI/UX.