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VS Code Extension

The recommended way to run Python on Lyceum Cloud.

Installation

  1. Open VS Code
  2. Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)
  3. Search for “Lyceum Cloud”
  4. Click Install
Install Lyceum Cloud Extension

Authentication

  1. Open any .py or .ipynb file
  2. Click the cloud icon in the editor toolbar
  3. Authenticate in your browser
  4. Return to VS Code, you’re ready
Authentication tokens are securely stored and automatically refreshed.

Running Code

Toolbar Button, Click the cloud icon in the editor toolbarKeyboard Shortcut, Ctrl+Shift+E (Cmd+Shift+E on Mac)Command Palette, Ctrl+Shift+P → “Execute on Cloud”
Execute Python Code

File Operations

Right-click files or folders in the VS Code Explorer → “Upload to Lyceum Cloud”.
View, download, and delete files in the “Lyceum Cloud Files” panel.

Commands Reference

CLI

Installation

Authentication

This opens a browser for OAuth-style authentication. For headless environments, use lyceum auth login --manual --api-key <KEY>. Check status at any time:

Running Code

See Machine Types for the available -m values.

Workspace Configuration

If a .lyceum/config.json file exists in your project, the CLI will automatically pick up dependencies and other settings from it.
To skip the workspace config for a single run, pass --no-config.

Troubleshooting

  • Re-authenticate by clicking the cloud icon in VS Code or running lyceum auth login
  • Check that you’re signed in to the dashboard
  • Verify internet connectivity and firewall settings
  • Verify network connectivity during upload
  • Ensure you are authenticated
  • For very large files, contact support
Need help? Contact support@lyceum.technology.