Google Ends GPU Monopoly: VS Code Now Connects Directly to Colab for Free T4 GPU

What’s new?

Google has integrated VS Code with Google Colab, allowing developers to launch a Colab notebook directly from VS Code and access a free T4 GPU.

Why it matters

• No more GPU shortages or costly purchases.
• Work on your local files while Colab does the heavy lifting.
• Seamless switching between local editing and cloud execution.

How to get started

1. Install the Google Colab extension in VS Code.
2. Sign in with your Google account.
3. Open a .ipynb file and select the Colab runtime.
4. Enjoy free T4 GPU acceleration.