The preLaunchTask 'helloworld' terminated with exit code 1

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The error message "The preLaunchTask 'helloworld' terminated with exit code 1" typically occurs in Visual Studio Code when there's an issue with the preLaunchTask defined in your launch configuration for a debugging session. Here's how you can troubleshoot and resolve this issue:

  1. Check Task Configuration:
    Open your .vscode/launch.json file and make sure the preLaunchTask property is configured correctly for the debugging configuration you're using. The task name specified should match the name of a task defined in your tasks.json file.

  2. Verify Task Exists:
    Check your tasks.json file and ensure that the task referenced by preLaunchTask actually exists. Make sure the taskName you're using matches the name of the task in your tasks.json file.

  3. Check Task Exit Code:
    If the task itself is configured to run a script or command, verify the script/command. If it's exiting with code 1, it might indicate an issue with the script/command itself. Make sure that the script or command is functioning as expected and not encountering errors.

  4. Debug Task Execution:
    You can add debugging output to your script/command or task definition to troubleshoot any issues. This can help you identify where the task might be failing.

  5. Review Task Output:
    The error message in the output panel might provide additional information about what's causing the task to fail. Open the output panel (View > Output), select the "Tasks" output channel, and look for more detailed error messages.

  6. Update Extensions:
    Make sure that your extensions (e.g., Debugger for Chrome, Debugger for Node.js) are up to date. Sometimes, updates to extensions can fix compatibility issues that lead to such errors.

  7. Check for File Paths:
    If your task involves file paths, make sure the paths are correctly specified and accessible from the workspace.

  8. Review External Dependencies:
    If your task relies on external dependencies, ensure that they are properly installed and configured.

  9. Run Task Manually:
    You can try running the pre-launch task manually from the terminal using the integrated terminal in Visual Studio Code. This can help you see any error messages or issues directly.

  10. Check for Environment Issues:
    Some tasks might require specific environment variables or configurations. Make sure that the environment variables or configurations are set correctly.

  11. Check Logs:
    If your task generates logs, review those logs for any errors or issues that might help identify the problem.

By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue with the preLaunchTask in your Visual Studio Code configuration.