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Error Ease README

Error Ease is a VS Code extension designed to simplify error messages by translating them into user-friendly versions in your preferred language. With support for Yoruba, Pidgin English, and Simple English, this extension makes programming errors easier to understand and resolve. By presenting errors in a familiar language or dialect, Error Ease bridges the gap between technical jargon and intuitive problem-solving, helping developers debug with confidence in their mother tongue.

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Features

  • Simplified Error Messages: Converts cryptic JavaScript/TypeScript error messages into clear, understandable language.
  • Multilingual Support: Supports translations in Yoruba, Pidgin English, and Simple English.
  • Hover Integration: Automatically displays translated error messages when hovering over an error.
  • Customizable Settings: Users can select their preferred language in the extension settings.

🔥 Example

Original Error:

> Expected 2 arguments, but got 3.

Translated (Pidgin):

> Dem dey expect 2 argument, but you give 3.

Translated (Yoruba):

> A reti 2 awọn ọrọ, ṣugbọn o gba 3.

Error Translation Example

Requirements

  • Visual Studio Code version 1.70.0 or later.

Extension Settings

This extension contributes the following settings:

  • errorEase.language: Sets the preferred language for error translations. Available options:
    • Yoruba
    • Pidgin
    • SimpleEnglish

To update the setting:

  1. Open Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P or Cmd+Shift+P).
  2. Search for "Preferences: Open Settings (JSON)".
  3. Add the following:
{
  "errorEase.language": "Pidgin"
}

Known Issues

  • Some errors may not match exactly due to subtle differences in phrasing. Efforts are ongoing to improve matching accuracy.
  • Currently supports JavaScript/TypeScript errors only. Expanding to other languages in future updates.

Release Notes

1.0.0

  • Initial release of Error Ease.
  • Core functionality for JavaScript/TypeScript error translations.
  • Support for Yoruba, Pidgin English, and Simple English.
  • Hover-based error message translations.

Following Extension Guidelines

This extension adheres to the VS Code Extension Guidelines.

💬 Feedback & Contributions

Your feedback matters! Let me know how I can make Error Ease even better.

❤️ Credits

Special thanks to everyone who inspired me to create this. Together, we’re making coding more accessible for all.

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Enjoy Error Ease! Simplify your debugging experience today!