Step 1: Install Visual Studio Code (VSC)

Visual Studio Code is a powerful and lightweight code editor that supports a wide range of programming languages and tools. It will be our primary editor for writing and deploying smart contracts on the Eclipse blockchain.

1. Download Visual Studio Code: Visit the Visual Studio Code download page to download the installer for Windows.

2. Install Visual Studio Code: Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install Visual Studio Code on your system.

3. Verify Installation: Once installed, launch Visual Studio Code to ensure it's correctly installed and operational.