Why Switch from VS Code to the Fully Open‑Source VS Codium?
The article explains that while VS Code uses an open‑core model with its core released under the MIT license, Microsoft adds proprietary telemetry and a locked‑down extension marketplace, prompting the author to adopt VS Codium—a completely open‑source, telemetry‑free fork—detailing its features, personal experience, and cross‑platform installation steps.
