Setting Up a Windows PC for Web Development - WSL, Git, Node.js, Docker, Oh My Zsh, & MySQL

Overview

Walk through the process of setting up a Windows PC for web development using Windows Subsystem for Linux as the foundation. Learn how to install and configure essential tools including WSL, Git, Node.js, Docker, Oh My Zsh, and MySQL. Explore VS Code integration, Windows Terminal customization, and the upgrade process from WSL1 to WSL2. Follow along with step-by-step instructions and gain practical insights for creating an efficient web development environment on Windows.

Syllabus

Intro.
Windows Subsystem For Linux.
Just For Fun: cmatrix.
VS Code Integration.
Oh My Zsh.
Git.
Windows Terminal.
Node.js.
Docker.
Upgrading From WSL1 To WSL2.
MySQL.