The Rocket® MV team is excited to announce the release of MV BASIC for Visual Studio Code 2.8 on November 5th, 2025. The release is packed with enhancements that make working with MultiValue BASIC programs more intuitive, reliable, and flexible—whether you're coding locally or in online mode.
What’s New and Why It Matters
Edit Hash Data Files with Confidence
Version 2.8 allows developers to directly edit hash data files, streamlining workflows, and reducing the need for workarounds. This means faster iterations and fewer interruptions.
File Locking Modes
MV BASIC for Visual Studio Code v 2.8 supports locking modes on files, giving teams better control over concurrent access. This helps prevent accidental overwrites and ensures data integrity—especially useful in collaborative environments.
Smarter Compile Flavor Warnings
We’ve improved warning messages for compile flavors, making it easier to spot and resolve issues early. This leads to cleaner builds and fewer surprises during deployment.
Online Mode Login Account Configuration
You can now set login accounts for online mode connections, simplifying access management and improving security for remote development.
Bug Fixes That Make a Difference
- BASIC programs with asterisks in their filenames no longer cause internal errors or disable extensions.
- The mysterious “unknown error” when opening BASIC programs? Gone.
- The “Compile Selected BASIC Programs” command works seamlessly in online editing mode.
- Rocket® UniData® compilation respects the –D flag only when explicitly set or debugging is enabled—giving you more control.
- The “Activate Rocket MV BASIC” command in local mode has been corrected for smoother activation.
Expanded Compatibility and Language Support
MV BASIC for Visual Studio Code 2.8 is compatible with Rocket® UniVerse 14.2.1 and introduces support for try-catch blocks—bringing modern error handling to your MultiValue development. Plus, dynamic object support opens the door to more flexible and powerful programming patterns.
Where can I get Rocket® MV BASIC for VS Code 2.8? visit the VS Code Marketplace to download the free Rocket® MV BASIC for VS Code extension to take advantage of these features and additional improvements today.
For more information on future MV BASIC for VS Code releases and to collaborate with fellow MV BASIC for VS Code users, please visit the MultiValue Tools | Rocket Forum.
