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Sign-In Process

To use the Early Catch extension, you’ll need to sign in. This ensures a personalized experience and allows the extension to store your settings securely. The sign-in process is simple and seamless, leveraging Firebase for authentication.

How to Sign In​

  1. Open the Early Catch Extension
    • In Visual Studio Code, navigate to the Early Catch extension panel.
    • You’ll see a Sign In button prominently displayed.
Extension Sign-in

  1. Click the Sign In Button

    • Clicking the button will open a web browser with the Early Catch Sign-In screen.

  2. Choose Your Preferred Sign-In Method
    On the Sign-In screen, you’ll see three options for signing in. Select the method that works best for you:

    • The screen includes links to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, ensuring transparency about how your data is handled.
Sign-In Screen on the Web

Option 1: Sign In with Email​

  • Enter your email address and click Send Link.

  • Check your inbox for a sign-in email from Early.

  • Click the link in the email.

  • This link will open a web page that confirms the sign-in process and pops up a message:

    "VSCode will open shortly to complete the sign-in process."

  • Your token is securely stored in VSCode, and you are now signed in.

Option 2: Sign In with Google​

  • Click the Sign In with Google button.

  • A Google authentication window will appear.

  • Select the Google account you wish to use.

  • Once authenticated, the token is securely stored in VSCode, and you are signed in.

Option 3: Sign In with GitHub​

  • Click the Sign In with GitHub button.

  • A GitHub authentication window will appear.

  • Log in with your GitHub credentials and authorize the Early Catch extension.

  • Once authenticated, the token is securely stored in VSCode, and you are signed in.

Notes​

  • Email Sign-In Tip: If you don’t see the email in your inbox, check your spam folder or try resending the link.
  • Secure Storage: All authentication tokens are stored securely in your VSCode instance, ensuring your data remains safe.
  • No Additional Setup Required: Once signed in, you’re ready to start using the Early Catch extension without further configuration.

Troubleshooting​

If you encounter any issues during the sign-in process, you can open an issue in our GitHub repository.

With this simple sign-in process, you can quickly access all the powerful features Early Catch offers!