# Vscode Extension Discovery Scraper (`getdataforme/vscode-extension-discovery-scraper`) Actor

The Vscode Extension Discovery Scraper efficiently gathers detailed data on Visual Studio Code extensions from the marketplace....

- **URL**: https://apify.com/getdataforme/vscode-extension-discovery-scraper.md
- **Developed by:** [GetDataForMe](https://apify.com/getdataforme) (community)
- **Categories:** AI, Automation, E-commerce
- **Features:** Limited permissions
- **Stats:** 3 total users, 2 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 0 bookmarks
- **User rating**: No ratings yet

## Pricing

from $9.00 / 1,000 results

This Actor is paid per event. You are not charged for the Apify platform usage, but only a fixed price for specific events.

Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/actors/running/actors-in-store.md#pay-per-event

## What's an Apify Actor?

An Actor is a serverless cloud program that runs on the Apify platform. It has two run modes.
In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours,
and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store.
In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server.

Apify vocabulary and the platform model are defined once, in the agent quickstart at https://apify.com/agents.md.

## How to integrate an Actor?

If asked about integration, you help developers integrate Actors into their projects.
You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready.

Do not guess an integration path. Every one of them is in the agent quickstart at https://apify.com/agents.md: the Apify MCP server, Agent Skills with the Apify CLI, the JavaScript and Python clients, the REST API, and the account-free path for an agent with no human to sign in. It also carries the rule on stating cost before the first paid run.

For examples already wired to this Actor's own input schema, see the [API](#api) section below.

Each client library has reference documentation the quickstart does not restate: [JavaScript/TypeScript](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs.md) (`npm install apify-client`) and [Python](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs.md) (`pip install apify-client`).

# README

## Vscode Extension Discovery Scraper

### Introduction

The Vscode Extension Discovery Scraper is a powerful tool designed to help you efficiently gather detailed information about Visual Studio Code extensions from the marketplace. Whether you're conducting market research, analyzing trends, or simply exploring new tools, this actor provides reliable and comprehensive data to support your needs.

### Features

- **Comprehensive Data Collection**: Scrapes detailed information about VSCode extensions, including names, descriptions, publisher details, and more.
- **High Data Quality**: Ensures accurate and up-to-date information by leveraging Apify's robust scraping infrastructure.
- **Customizable Searches**: Allows you to specify search queries to target specific extensions or categories.
- **Scalable Performance**: Capable of handling large volumes of data efficiently with configurable limits.
- **Proxy Support**: Utilizes Apify's proxy services to maintain anonymity and prevent IP blocking.
- **User-Friendly Interface**: Easy to configure and run with minimal setup required.

### Input Parameters

| Parameter           | Type    | Required | Description                                                                 | Example |
|---------------------|---------|----------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------|
| `searchQuery`       | String  | Yes      | Enter the search keywords to find relevant extensions.                      | "mens"  |
| `maxItems`          | Integer | No       | Maximum number of items to scrape. Defaults to 100.                         | 50      |
| `proxyConfiguration`| Object  | No       | Specifies proxy servers to use for scraping to hide the origin.             | `{ "useApifyProxy": true, "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"] }` |

### Example Usage

#### Example Input

```json
{
  "searchQuery": "mens",
  "maxItems": 50,
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]
  }
}
```

#### Example Output

```json
[
  {
    "id": "7d5a38c8-5975-4922-9b2c-1d4a14397159",
    "name": "work-station",
    "displayName": "Kilo",
    "description": "一站式智能研发工作台，带给你愉悦而高效的开发体验",
    "publisher": {
      "id": "0063e8bc-646a-42e7-9f95-aa79f0636fbf",
      "name": "Kilo",
      "displayName": "Kilo"
    },
    "version": "1.5.21",
    "lastUpdated": "2025-03-14T06:36:01.65Z",
    "stats": {
      "installs": 6562,
      "averageRating": 5,
      "ratingCount": 1,
      "trendingWeekly": 3.283946845883611
    },
    "url": "https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=Kilo.work-station",
    "tags": [
      "FE Tools",
      "JavaScript",
      "keybindings",
      "Kilo",
      "Kuaishou AD FE",
      "React",
      "TypeScript",
      "Visual"
    ],
    "categories": [
      "Extension Packs",
      "Visualization"
    ]
  }
]
```

### Use Cases

- **Market Research and Analysis**: Gain insights into popular VSCode extensions and emerging trends.
- **Competitive Intelligence**: Monitor competitors' tools and offerings.
- **Content Aggregation**: Collect and organize extension data for content creation or aggregation.
- **Academic Research**: Analyze the development and usage of coding tools in educational settings.
- **Business Automation**: Automate the collection of extension data for business intelligence purposes.

### Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Vscode Extension Discovery Scraper" in the Apify Store.
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run".
3. Configure input parameters as needed.
4. Click "Start" to begin extraction.
5. Monitor progress in the log.
6. Export results in your preferred format (JSON, CSV, Excel).

### Output Format

The output is a JSON array where each object contains detailed information about a VSCode extension, including fields such as `id`, `name`, `displayName`, `description`, `publisher`, `version`, `lastUpdated`, `stats`, `url`, `tags`, and `categories`.

### Support

For custom/simplified outputs or bug reports, please contact:

- Email: support@getdataforme.com
- Subject line: "custom support"
- Contact form: <https://getdataforme.com/contact/>

We're here to help you get the most out of this Actor!

# Actor input Schema

## `searchQuery` (type: `string`):

Enter the Search Keywords

## `maxItems` (type: `integer`):

Maximum number of items to scrape.

## `proxyConfiguration` (type: `object`):

Specifies proxy servers that will be used by the scraper in order to hide its origin.

## Actor input object example

```json
{
  "searchQuery": "mens",
  "maxItems": 100,
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": [
      "RESIDENTIAL"
    ]
  }
}
```

# Actor output Schema

## `results` (type: `string`):

No description

# API

You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup.

## JavaScript example

```javascript
import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';

// Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
// Replace the '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token
const client = new ApifyClient({
    token: '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>',
});

// Prepare Actor input
const input = {
    "searchQuery": "mens",
    "proxyConfiguration": {
        "useApifyProxy": true,
        "apifyProxyGroups": [
            "RESIDENTIAL"
        ]
    }
};

// Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
const run = await client.actor("getdataforme/vscode-extension-discovery-scraper").call(input);

// Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any)
console.log('Results from dataset');
console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`);
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
items.forEach((item) => {
    console.dir(item);
});

// 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs

```

## Python example

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

# Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
# Replace '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token.
client = ApifyClient("<YOUR_API_TOKEN>")

# Prepare the Actor input
run_input = {
    "searchQuery": "mens",
    "proxyConfiguration": {
        "useApifyProxy": True,
        "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"],
    },
}

# Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
run = client.actor("getdataforme/vscode-extension-discovery-scraper").call(run_input=run_input)

# Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any)
print(f"💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/{run.default_dataset_id}")
for item in client.dataset(run.default_dataset_id).iterate_items():
    print(item)

# 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start

```

## CLI example

```bash
echo '{
  "searchQuery": "mens",
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": [
      "RESIDENTIAL"
    ]
  }
}' |
apify call getdataforme/vscode-extension-discovery-scraper --silent --output-dataset

```

## MCP server setup

```json
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "apify": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=fetch-actor-details,getdataforme/vscode-extension-discovery-scraper"
        }
    }
}
```

The hosted server signs you in with OAuth on first connect, so no API token belongs in this config. Clients without OAuth support can send an `Authorization: Bearer <APIFY_API_TOKEN>` header instead, using a token from API & Integrations in Apify Console (https://console.apify.com/settings/integrations).

## OpenAPI specification

Download the OpenAPI definition: https://api.apify.com/v2/actors/cTncQXwaZwsoBlLYz/builds/BCNo2i2ahPzpglNFG/openapi.json