Codespaces is very slow

[robert-litchfield]

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Yesterday and today Codespaces has been uncharacteristic slow. I've used it for a couple of years now and things have been working well. Is anyone else having this issue?

Robert

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Hi @robert-litchfield,

I’ve noticed some performance issues with Codespaces recently as well, so you’re not alone. While it’s generally been reliable, occasional slowdowns can happen, often due to resource constraints or temporary issues on the service side.

Here are a few things you might try to improve performance:

1. Check resource settings: Make sure your Codespace is running with adequate resources (CPU and RAM). You can adjust this in your Codespaces settings.

2. Inspect your environment: Large repositories or numerous background processes might slow things down. Consider cleaning up unnecessary tasks or extensions.

3. Monitor network stability: If your internet connection is unstable, it might contribute to slower performance.

4. Reach out to GitHub Support: They might already be aware of the issue or offer more tailored assistance. You can open a ticket here.

Hopefully, it’s a temporary hiccup, and things smooth out soon! Let us know if any of these steps help or if you find another solution.

Cheers,
Feline