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Feature: Plugin System Implementation #3

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@Amiya167

Overview

Implement a VS Code-style plugin/extension system for Logos IDE that allows third-party developers to extend the IDE's functionality.

Design Document

See docs/plugin-system-design.md for the complete design specification.

Key Features

  • Extension Host: Isolated process for running extensions safely
  • Extension API: VS Code-compatible API including window, editor, workspace, commands, languages
  • Activation Events: Support for lazy loading with events like onLanguage, onCommand, workspaceContains
  • Sandboxed Execution: Secure environment to prevent malicious code
  • Permission System: Explicit permission declarations for file system, network, terminal access

Implementation Phases

Phase 1: Infrastructure

  • Extension Host process
  • IPC communication between main process and Extension Host
  • Plugin loader
  • Basic API framework

Phase 2: Core API

  • logos.window API
  • logos.editor API
  • logos.workspace API
  • logos.commands API

Phase 3: Language Support

  • logos.languages API
  • LSP integration interface
  • Syntax highlighting extension point

Phase 4: UI Extensions

  • Sidebar view extensions
  • Status bar extensions
  • Menu extensions
  • Webview API

Phase 5: Plugin Marketplace

  • Marketplace API design
  • Plugin search and installation
  • Update mechanism
  • Ratings and reviews

Security Considerations

  • Extensions run in isolated process
  • Node.js vm module for sandboxing
  • Limited file system and network access
  • Code signing for marketplace extensions

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