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+# Contributing
+
+To develop the extension locally, follow these steps:
+1. Install dependencies
+```shell
+yarn
+```
+2. Compile and run extension:
+- Press F5 or Open Command Palette > Debug: Start Debugging
+
+You should see a new VS Code Window open up and a Coder logo in the Activity
+Bar.
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