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+# NX Postprocessor Support
+
+A comprehensive VS Code extension providing language support for NX CAD postprocessor development, including CDL (Cutter Definition Language), TCL, and DEF files.
+
+## Features
+
+- **Syntax Highlighting** - Full syntax highlighting for CDL, TCL, and DEF files
+- **Language Server Integration** - Powered by `tclint` for advanced language features
+- **Code Formatting** - Automatic code formatting for all supported file types
+- **Multi-language Support** - Supports NX CDL, TCL, and DEF file formats
+- **Intelligent Code Analysis** - Linting and error detection for postprocessor code
+- **Auto-completion** - Context-aware code completion for faster development
+
+## Supported File Types
+
+- `.cdl` - NX Cutter Definition Language files
+- `.tcl` - NX TCL postprocessor files
+- `.def` - NX Definition files
+
+## Installation
+
+1. Install from the VS Code Marketplace
+2. Open any `.cdl`, `.tcl`, or `.def` file
+3. The extension will automatically activate and provide language support
+
+## Configuration
+
+The extension can be configured through VS Code settings:
+
+- `nx-post-support.interpreter` - Specify custom Python interpreter path for the language server
+- `nx-post-support.formatter` - Enable/disable the TCL formatter (default: false)
+
+## Usage
+
+Simply open any supported file type and enjoy:
+
+- Syntax highlighting
+- Error detection and linting
+- Code completion
+- Code formatting (Format Document command)
+- Hover information
+
+## Contributing
+
+This extension is actively maintained. For issues or feature requests, please visit our [repository](https://git.cbsk-tech.de/Christoph/nx_post_support.git).
+
+## License
+
+MIT License - see LICENSE file for details.