- Download and install Visual Studio Code.
- Node.js (the latest LTS version). Visit the Node.js site to download and install the right version for your operating system. To verify if you've already installed these tools, run the commands
node -vandnpm -vin your terminal. - Office connected to a Microsoft 365 subscription. You might qualify for a Microsoft 365 E5 developer subscription through the Microsoft 365 Developer Program, see FAQ for details. Alternatively, you can sign up for a 1-month free trial or purchase a Microsoft 365 plan.