Contribution
Installing Applications

Downloading Software

In order to contribute to the FEDS-Handbook, you will need to install the following software:

Git Logo

Git is a version control system that allows you to track changes in your code and collaborate with others. You can download Git from the official website: Git Client (opens in a new tab)

Node.js Logo

Node.js is a JavaScript runtime that allows you to run JavaScript code outside of a web browser. You can download Node.js from the official website: Node.Js (opens in a new tab)

VS Code Logo

VS Code is a lightweight code editor that supports a wide range of programming languages and extensions. You can download VS Code from the official website: VS Code (opens in a new tab)

Installating Software

Locate you downloaded files since you will need to install them in a specific order.

Open Admin Poweshell

If you are using a Mac, Skip this Step.

Open the Windows Powershell as an administrator. You can do this by searching for "Powershell" in the Windows search bar, right-clicking on the Windows Powershell app, and selecting "Run as administrator".

  • Run the following command:
Set-ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned
  • Press Y to confirm the change.

This will allow you to run scripts on your computer, Windows by default does not allow this for security reasons.

RemoteSigned means that you can run your own scripts, but scripts from the internet will need to be signed by a trusted publisher.

Install Git

Double click on the Git installer you downloaded earlier. Follow the installation instructions, and make sure to select the following options:

  1. Use Visual Studio Code as Git's default editor.
  2. Select the default for the rest.
  3. Uncheck the "View Release Notes" box.

Install Node.js

Double click on the Node.js installer you downloaded earlier. Follow the installation instructions, and make sure to select the following options:

  1. Make sure to check the box that says "Automatically install the necessary tools..."
  2. Select the default for the rest.

It will take a few minutes to install the necessary tools. (It is normal for it open Terminal windows and Powershell)

Install VS Code

Double click on the VS Code installer you downloaded earlier. Follow the installation instructions, and make sure to select the following options:

  1. Make sure to check the box that says "Add to PATH".
  2. Select the default for the rest.

Make sure to restart your computer after installing all the software. This will ensure that all the changes take effect.