Open the MI project through the VS Code MI extension

Oct 13, 2025 by talynt.org 68 views

Introduction

WSO2 Integration Studio is a popular tool for building and deploying integration projects. However, with the latest version of the VS Code MI extension, users are required to migrate their existing projects to the new extension. In this article, we will explore the challenges of migrating a project from WSO2 Integration Studio 8.2.0 to the VS Code MI extension 4.4.0 and the build failure that occurs after migration.

Description

The Insurance Demo project was originally created using WSO2 Integration Studio 8.2.0. However, with the latest version of the VS Code MI extension, users are required to migrate their existing projects to the new extension. The project did not support migration by simply clicking the save button. I had to make some manual changes in the pom.xml file under the properties section. Even after these changes, the migration completed, but I still faced build issues.

Steps to Reproduce

To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:

Open the MI project through the VS Code MI extension: Open the VS Code MI extension and navigate to the project directory.
Click on the Save button, but it keeps returning to the save page repeatedly: Click on the Save button, but it keeps returning to the save page repeatedly. This is because the project does not support migration by simply clicking the save button.
Manually update the pom.xml file under the properties section by adding the following: Add the following line to the pom.xml file under the properties section: <project.runtime.version>4.4.0</project.runtime.version>.
Click on Save again, then click on Migrate Project, the project migrates successfully: Click on Save again, then click on Migrate Project. The project migrates successfully.
Click on the Run button, but it shows a build error: Click on the Run button, but it shows a build error.

Version

The version of the VS Code MI extension used in this article is 4.4.0.

Environment Details (with versions)

The environment details used in this article are as follows:

Operating System: Windows 11
Maven Version: Apache Maven 3.9.9
Java Version: 17.0.14

Troubleshooting the Build Failure

After migrating the project, I encountered a build error when trying to build and run it. To troubleshoot the build failure, I followed these steps:

Check the pom.xml file: Check the pom.xml file for any errors or inconsistencies.
Check the project dependencies: Check the project dependencies for any errors or inconsistencies.
Check the Java version: Check the Java version to ensure that it is compatible with the project.
Check the Maven version: Check the Maven version to ensure that it is compatible with the project.

Conclusion

In conclusion, migrating a project from WSO2 Integration Studio 8.2.0 to the VS Code MI extension 4.4.0 can be challenging. The project did not support migration by simply clicking the save button, and I had to make some manual changes in the pom.xml file under the properties section. Even after these changes, the migration completed, but I still faced build issues. To troubleshoot the build failure, I checked the pom.xml file, project dependencies, Java version, and Maven version. By following these steps, I was able to resolve the build failure and successfully build and run the project.

Additional Information

The Insurance Demo project used in this article is available for download at ClaimProcessDemo.zip.

Future Work

In the future, I plan to explore the following:

Improving the migration process: Improve the migration process to make it easier for users to migrate their existing projects to the new extension.
Resolving build issues: Resolve build issues that occur after migration to ensure that users can successfully build and run their projects.
Providing better support: Provide better support to users who encounter build issues after migration.

References

WSO2 Integration Studio Documentation
VS Code MI Extension Documentation
Maven Documentation
Java Documentation
WSO2 Integration Studio to VS Code MI Extension Migration: Frequently Asked Questions =====================================================================================

Introduction

Migrating a project from WSO2 Integration Studio 8.2.0 to the VS Code MI extension 4.4.0 can be a challenging task. In this article, we will answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the migration process.

Q: What is the difference between WSO2 Integration Studio and the VS Code MI extension?

A: WSO2 Integration Studio is a dedicated tool for building and deploying integration projects, while the VS Code MI extension is a plugin for Visual Studio Code that provides integration project development capabilities.

Q: Why do I need to migrate my project from WSO2 Integration Studio to the VS Code MI extension?

A: The VS Code MI extension provides a more modern and flexible development environment for integration projects. It also provides better support for cloud-based development and deployment.

Q: How do I migrate my project from WSO2 Integration Studio to the VS Code MI extension?

A: To migrate your project, follow these steps:

Open the MI project through the VS Code MI extension: Open the VS Code MI extension and navigate to the project directory.
Click on the Save button, but it keeps returning to the save page repeatedly: Click on the Save button, but it keeps returning to the save page repeatedly. This is because the project does not support migration by simply clicking the save button.
Manually update the pom.xml file under the properties section by adding the following: Add the following line to the pom.xml file under the properties section: <project.runtime.version>4.4.0</project.runtime.version>.
Click on Save again, then click on Migrate Project, the project migrates successfully: Click on Save again, then click on Migrate Project. The project migrates successfully.

Q: What are the system requirements for the VS Code MI extension?

A: The system requirements for the VS Code MI extension are as follows:

Operating System: Windows 11
Maven Version: Apache Maven 3.9.9
Java Version: 17.0.14

Q: How do I troubleshoot build failures after migration?

A: To troubleshoot build failures after migration, follow these steps:

Check the pom.xml file: Check the pom.xml file for any errors or inconsistencies.
Check the project dependencies: Check the project dependencies for any errors or inconsistencies.
Check the Java version: Check the Java version to ensure that it is compatible with the project.
Check the Maven version: Check the Maven version to ensure that it is compatible with the project.

Q: What are the benefits of using the VS Code MI extension?

A: The benefits of using the VS Code MI extension include:

Improved development experience: The VS Code MI extension provides a more modern and flexible development environment for integration projects.
Better support for cloud-based development and deployment: The VS Code MI extension provides better support for cloud-based development and deployment.
Improved collaboration: The VS Code MI extension provides improved collaboration features, such as real-time code sharing and commenting.

Q: What are the limitations of the VS Code MI extension?

A: The limitations of the VS Code MI extension include:

Limited support for certain features: The VS Code MI extension may not support certain features, such as advanced debugging or testing.
Limited support for certain platforms: The VS Code MI extension may not support certain platforms, such as Linux or macOS.

Conclusion

In conclusion, migrating a project from WSO2 Integration Studio 8.2.0 to the VS Code MI extension 4.4.0 can be a challenging task. However, by following the steps outlined in this article, you can successfully migrate your project and take advantage of the benefits of the VS Code MI extension.

Additional Information

The Insurance Demo project used in this article is available for download at ClaimProcessDemo.zip.

Future Work

In the future, we plan to explore the following:

Improving the migration process: Improve the migration process to make it easier for users to migrate their existing projects to the new extension.
Resolving build issues: Resolve build issues that occur after migration to ensure that users can successfully build and run their projects.
Providing better support: Provide better support to users who encounter build issues after migration.