VS Code release August 2025 (version 1.104)

This release features smarter AI model selection, enhanced security for sensitive edits and terminal commands, and productivity enhancements such as streamlined chat editing and customizable context with AGENTS.md. 

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Updates in version 1.104 include -

Model flexibility

• Let VS Code select the best model
• Contribute models through VS Code extensions

Security

• Confirm edits for sensitive files 
• Let agents run terminal commands safely 

Productivity

• Remove distractions from chat file edits
• Use AGENTS.md to add chat context 

The release also includes contributions from our very own @John Murray through pull requests that address open issues.  

View the full release notes here > https://code.visualstudio.com/updates/v1_103

For those with VS Code, your environment should auto-update. You can manually check for updates by running Help > Check for Updates on Linux and Windows or running Code > Check for Updates on macOS.