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[bug] Command ROS: Create Catkin Package does not work

The ROS: Create Catkin Package command is a crucial feature in the Visual Studio Code (VS Code) extension for Robot Operating System (ROS). However, some users have reported that this command does not work as expected. In this article, we will delve into the details of this issue, explore the possible causes, and provide a solution to resolve the problem.

Current Behavior

When a user creates a blank catkin workspace and attempts to use the ROS: Create Catkin Package command by selecting Ctrl-Shift-P and then selecting ROS: Create Package, nothing happens. The command does not execute, and the user is left with a blank workspace.

Expected Behavior

The expected behavior is that the ROS: Create Catkin Package command should create a package wizard, allowing the user to create a new package with the desired settings.

Operating System

[X] Windows: 10.0.20215

ROS Version

[X] ROS 1: Noetic

VS Code Version

Version: 1.52.1 (user setup)
Commit: ea3859d4ba2f3e577a159bc91e3074c5d85c0523
Date: 2020-12-16T16:34:46.910Z
Electron: 9.3.5
Chrome: 83.0.4103.122
Node.js: 12.14.1
V8: 8.3.110.13-electron.0

There are several possible causes for this issue:

Extension Version: The ROS: Create Catkin Package command is part of the VS Code extension for ROS. If the extension is not up-to-date, it may cause issues with the command.
Workspace Configuration: The catkin workspace may not be properly configured, which can prevent the command from working.
Package Dependencies: The package dependencies may not be correctly installed, which can cause issues with the command.

To resolve this issue, follow these steps:

Update the Extension: Ensure that the VS Code extension for ROS is up-to-date. You can do this by opening the Extensions panel in VS Code, searching for the ROS extension, and clicking the "Update" button.
Check Workspace Configuration: Verify that the catkin workspace is properly configured. You can do this by checking the catkin_ws directory and ensuring that it contains the necessary files and directories.
Install Package Dependencies: Install the necessary package dependencies by running the rosdep install command in the terminal.
Try the Command Again: After updating the extension, checking the workspace configuration, and installing the package dependencies, try the ROS: Create Catkin Package command again.

The ROS: Create Catkin Package command is a crucial feature in the VS Code extension for ROS. However, some users have reported that this command does not work as expected. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can resolve this issue and create packages in your catkin workspace.

[X] Windows: (Version) 10.0.20215
[ ] Linux: (Dist/Version)
[X] ROS 1: Noetic
[ ] ROS 2: Dist
Version of the plugin: 0.6.6
Version information from the Help | About menu: Version: 1.52.1 (user setup)
Commit: ea3859d4ba2f3e577a159bc91e3074c5d85c0523
Date: 2020-12-16T16:34:46.910Z
Electron: 9.3.5
Chrome: 83.0.4103.122
Node.js: 12.14.1
V8: 8.3.110.13-electron.0

The original issue can be found on the GitHub repository for the VS Code extension for ROS: https://github.com/ms-iot/vscode-ros/issues/376.
[bug] Command ROS: Create Catkin Package does not work - Q&A

In our previous article, we explored the issue of the ROS: Create Catkin Package command not working in the Visual Studio Code (VS Code) extension for Robot Operating System (ROS). We provided a solution to resolve the problem and create packages in your catkin workspace. In this article, we will answer some frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to this issue.

A: The cause of the ROS: Create Catkin Package command not working can be due to several reasons, including:

The VS Code extension for ROS is not up-to-date.
The catkin workspace is not properly configured.
The package dependencies are not correctly installed.

A: To update the VS Code extension for ROS, follow these steps:

Open the Extensions panel in VS Code.
Search for the ROS extension.
Click the "Update" button.

A: To check the workspace configuration, follow these steps:

Open the terminal in VS Code.
Navigate to the catkin workspace directory.
Check the catkin_ws directory and ensure that it contains the necessary files and directories.

A: To install package dependencies, follow these steps:

Open the terminal in VS Code.
Navigate to the catkin workspace directory.
Run the rosdep install command.

A: If the ROS: Create Catkin Package command is not working even after updating the extension and checking the workspace configuration, it may be due to a conflict with other extensions or a bug in the extension. In this case, try the following:

Disable all other extensions in VS Code.
Try the ROS: Create Catkin Package command again.
If the command works, re-enable the other extensions one by one to identify the conflicting extension.

A: Yes, you can create a package manually instead of using the ROS: Create Catkin Package command. To do this, follow these steps:

Open the terminal in VS Code.
Navigate to the catkin workspace directory.
Run the catkin_create_pkg command with the desired package name and dependencies.

A: You can find more information about the VS Code extension for ROS on the GitHub repository: https://github.com/ms-iot/vscode-ros.

[X] Windows: (Version) 10.0.20215
[ ] Linux: (Dist/Version)
[X] ROS 1: Noetic
[ ] ROS 2: Dist
Version of the plugin: 0.6.6
Version information from the Help | About menu: Version: 1.52.1 (user setup)
Commit: ea3859d4ba2f3e577a159bc91e3074c5d85c0523
Date: 2020-12-16T16:34:46.910Z
Electron: 9.3.5
Chrome: 83.0.4103.122
Node.js: 12.14.1
V8: 8.3.110.13-electron.0

The original issue can be found on the GitHub repository for the VS Code extension for ROS: https://github.com/ms-iot/vscode-ros/issues/376.