nx_post_support/README.md

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.

License

MIT License - see LICENSE file for details.