microsoft / microsoft/vscode-remote-release

Code radability issue with new default theme

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Description

The default theme is not functional, it's making the code less readable.

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The new default theme makes code harder to read.
Variable names and strings look too similar, so it’s difficult to quickly distinguish them.

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The previous dark theme had much better contrast and readability.
Would be great if this could be improved or if there’s an option to revert.

Apologies if I’m missing something or if this is configurable on my end.

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by reproducing the default theme in a VS Code Remote Development session and compare variable and string readability with the previous dark theme. Done would require an agreed contrast improvement or a documented way to revert, but the issue does not define which change is preferred.

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Assessment

Tech stack
vscode
Domain
design
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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