The Rocket® MV team is excited to announce the release of MV BASIC for Visual Studio Code 2.9.1, available on February 5, 2026. This release expands platform support, enhances developer productivity, and delivers meaningful performance improvements—making it easier than ever to build, maintain, and modernize MultiValue BASIC applications, whether you’re working locally or connected to a server.
Expanding the Ecosystem with jBASE Support
Version 2.9.1 marks an important milestone with the introduction of initial jBASE support, bringing MV BASIC for VS Code to an even broader MultiValue audience. jBASE developers can now begin adopting modern VS Code‑based workflows while continuing to work with the languages and platforms they know.
The first phase of jBASE support includes:
- jBASE BASIC keyword and statement highlighting, making code easier to read, navigate, and understand at a glance.
- Rename symbol support for the same symbol type, helping teams refactor code more confidently and efficiently.
- Automatic file grouping with customizable rules, allowing projects to be organized in ways that reflect real‑world applications and team preferences.
- Compile and catalog of jBASE BASIC programs on the server, streamlining validation and deployment directly from VS Code.
- Custom documentation for functions, subroutines, and labels, enabling teams to capture institutional knowledge where developers need it most.
Support for jBASE will continue to expand in upcoming releases. For details on current functionality, refer to the jBASE Support section of the Rocket MV BASIC for Visual Studio Code – Getting Started Guide.
Improved Support for Global Applications with UniVerse NLS
This release adds UniVerse National Language Support (NLS), helping teams more easily develop and maintain applications used in multilingual and international environments. This enhancement improves accuracy and confidence when working with globalized solutions.
Faster, More Responsive Development Experience
MV BASIC for VS Code 2.9.1 delivers significant performance improvements, with a strong focus on IntelliSense and CPU resource management. Developers will notice:
- Faster and more responsive code completion
- Smoother performance when working with large files and complex projects
- More efficient use of system resources during everyday development
Together, these improvements create a noticeably more fluid and productive editing experience, especially for large and long‑lived MultiValue applications.
Stability and Reliability Improvements
In addition to new features and performance gains, this release includes important bug fixes that improve overall stability and reliability. Developers can work with greater confidence across both local and online workflows.
Centralized Documentation on the Rocket Documentation Portal
As part of this release, MV BASIC for Visual Studio Code documentation is now hosted on the Rocket Documentation Portal, alongside the broader MultiValue product documentation. This move brings all MV‑related product guidance into one centralized location, making it easier for developers and teams to find, navigate, and stay aligned on the latest information.
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.
