Add Customizable Hierarchical View for SSH Connections

Feature Request

I would like to request the implementation of a new feature for the Visual Studio Code Remote Explorer extension. This feature should allow users to view SSH connections in a hierarchical and customizable structure, similar to what is offered by Asbrù Connection Manager.

Requested Features

1. Hierarchical View: Allow users to organize SSH connections in a tree structure, where they can create and manage connection groups.
2. Customization: Enable customization of the hierarchies, so users can create groups, subgroups, and reorder connections based on their needs.
3. Drag and Drop: Implement drag-and-drop functionality to allow easy organization of connections within the hierarchical view.
4. Multi-Level Support: Support multiple levels of hierarchies for better organization and management of SSH connections.
5. Import/Export connections hierarchy: implement an easy to restore way with, for example, JSON files.

Benefits

• Improved Organization: Enhance the management of SSH connections for users who work with multiple servers and environments.
• Ease of Use: Provide an intuitive interface that allows easy organization and access to SSH connections.
• Increased Productivity: Reduce the time spent searching for and managing connections, allowing users to focus more on their work.

Example of the expected result

Conclusion

This feature would add significant value to the Remote Explorer extension, making it a more powerful and flexible tool for users who manage numerous SSH connections. Thank you for considering this request, and I am available for further details or discussions.

Start by locating the Visual Studio Code Remote Explorer extension's SSH connection view and its existing connection-management entry points. Review how the extension represents connections before assessing the requested groups, nested hierarchies, reordering, drag-and-drop, and JSON import/export. Done would require an agreed design and all requested organization workflows working together.