redhat-developer / redhat-developer/vscode-java

Skip compiling a certain module

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Description

When using IntelliJ IDEA, I set in compiler.xml:

Image to achieve skipping the compilation of these two modules. How can I achieve the same effect in VS Code?

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Research direction

Start by reviewing how the VS Code Java extension handles module compilation and configuration, then compare that behavior with the compiler.xml setting shown in the issue. Determine whether an equivalent module-exclusion setting exists; done would be a documented or implemented way to skip compiling selected modules.

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Assessment

Tech stack
java, typescript, vscode
Domain
build-system, developer-experience, tooling
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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