Fix VS Code Git Not Detecting Changes After .gitignore Update - How to Fix Firefox Secure Connection Failed with VPN-Bypass pip Externally Managed Error with venv

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Fix VS Code Git Not Detecting Changes After .gitignore Update - How to Fix Firefox Secure Connection Failed with VPN-Bypass pip Externally Managed Error with venv
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.