Follow these instructions to install all the required software and start developing.
Install nRF Command Line Tools.
Install nRF Connect for Desktop.
In nRF Connect for Desktop, install the Toolchain Manager.
In the Toolchain Manager, install the latest version of the nRF Connect SDK.
Install Visual Studio Code.
Install the nRF Connect for VS Code extension pack.
Using the nRF Connect for VS Code extension, create and flash a Blinky sample application to your development kit.
Create a new application from sample
menu option and choosing the Freestanding
application type to avoid downloading a separate instance of nRF Connect SDK.