Can I use the "Vscode remote SSH" extension without a password?

Question

Can I use the "Vscode remote SSH" extension without a password? I have a Linux server, my public key in the server and I know the username and the IP address. also, I'm able to ssh to the server using the terminal.

** Is there any way to achieve that?

user_10591454 · Answer

Put something similar to your "C:\Users\yourhome\.ssh\config" that is known by vscode. I think "PreferredAuthentications" line is most important one.

Host vscode
    HostName 192.168.0.1
    User linuxusername
    PreferredAuthentications publickey
    IdentityFile "C:\Users\yourhome\.ssh\privatekey"

Can I use the "Vscode remote SSH" extension without a password?

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