[jhasse]

You can run commands via the task runner.

If you need a real terminal - why not simply open one and split it next to Code using your window manager?

[jessegreathouse]

Why not simply add a terminal pane to the editor so I don't need to?

[jhasse]

Because most people have no need for a terminal panel, so that's a feature probably better suited for an extension.

[insulanian]

Why not simply open a real terminal next to your editor and enjoy full featured terminal instead of some crippled in-editor experience?