wtf is cargo-bin?

Cargo Bin is a Visual Studio Code extension that makes it easier to run command-line tools associated with Rust projects. If you write Rust and use VS Code, you typically have to leave your editor, open a terminal, and type out potentially lengthy commands to run tests, build your project, or use other Rust-related tools. This extension brings that process inside VS Code so you can launch those commands without leaving your editing environment. When you trigger the extension, it presents a guided, multi-step menu. First, you pick which Rust tool you want to run from a list of installed options. Next, it shows you the available commands and options (typically things prefixed with dashes) that the selected tool supports, allowing you to select one or skip that step entirely. Finally, you can type in any additional manual arguments before the command executes. This guided approach helps you construct the right command without needing to remember every flag or option by heart. This tool is designed for developers working in Rust who use VS Code as their primary editor. For example, if you use a testing tool like cargo-nextest and want to run a specific test function within a specific package, you normally have to remember the exact command-line syntax. With this extension, you can build that command step-by-step through a menu, adding arguments like the package name and test function at the end. It is a convenience tool aimed at saving time and reducing the friction of context-switching between an editor and a terminal window. The project is built with TypeScript and functions as a lightweight add-on to VS Code rather than a standalone application. The README is sparse and does not go into detail about advanced configuration or customization beyond the guided selection flow, but it does note that you can trigger the runner using a keyboard shortcut (Alt+F1 on Windows or Option+F1 on Mac).