Visual Studio 17.12 brings C++, Copilot enhancements [Video]

Debugging and productivity improvements also feature in the latest release of Microsoft’s signature IDE, built for .NET 9.

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Visual Studio 2022 17.12, the latest version of Microsoft’s signature integrated development environment (IDE), is now generally available, with improvements ranging from productivity enhancements for C++ developers to integrated AI variable inspection in the GitHub Copilot AI-powered programming assistant.

Released November 12, the same day as Microsoft’s .NET 9 application platform, Visual Studio 2022 17.12 can be downloaded from the Visual Studio website.

The updated IDE focuses on working with .NET 9 projects and AI improvements, according to Microsoft, but also has new capabilities for C++ developers. C++ developers now can set command line arguments right from the toolbar. They also can open a folder for an Unreal Engine uproject, thus getting a new way to open a uproject. Also featured is a clearer view of a file in Build Insights for C++ developers, with …