Microsoft releases Visual Studio Code 1.133 with new AI features

Microsoft has released Visual Studio Code version 1.133, introducing several new features designed to improve the developer experience, particularly regarding AI integration and web development.

A key update allows for the simultaneous use of different AI models, enabling users to switch between GitHub Copilot and Anthropic models on a per-turn basis. Anthropic models are accessed via API keys, while Copilot models utilize existing subscriptions.

To improve AI chat usability, the update includes a ‘sticky scroll’ feature for chat windows. This feature displays a fixed header showing the current prompt number and content, allowing users to navigate through long conversations more easily using directional arrows.

Additionally, the built-in web browser within VS Code now supports automatic reloading for local HTML files. When the ‘Refresh Automatically’ setting is enabled, changes made to local files are immediately reflected in the browser, facilitating faster testing of AI-generated or manual code changes.