Refresh

Refresh your database connection in DBCode to load the latest structure changes without needing to reconnect.

Refreshing a Database Connection

  1. Open DBCode in Visual Studio Code:

    • Launch Visual Studio Code and click on the DBCode icon in the Activity Bar (usually on the left side).

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  2. Locate Your Connected Database:

    • In the DBCode explorer, find the connection you want to refresh. Make sure it’s already connected (indicated by a green dot next to the connection name).

  3. Refresh the Connection:

    • Right-click on the connected database and select Refresh from the context menu.

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  4. Load the Latest Data and Structure:

    • DBCode will refresh the connection, updating the list of tables, views, and any new or modified database objects.
    • This is useful if changes have been made to the database structure or data by other users or processes.

  5. Confirmation:

    • Once refreshed, you will see an updated list of tables and other objects, ensuring you’re working with the most current version of the database.

When to Use Refresh

  • Structure Updates: Use refresh whenever new tables, columns, or data have been added to or modified in the database outside of the extension.
  • Sync Changes from Other Users: Refresh to see changes made by other users if you’re collaborating on the same database.

Refreshing your database connection in DBCode helps ensure you’re always working with the latest database objects and data, without needing to disconnect and reconnect.