Can we work with vlocity code base locally rather than doing all the changes on the SF platform?
Yes that is possible
Prerequisite:- Install “Salesforce Vlocity Integration” extension in VSCode
Activate the extension > CTRL + SHIFT +P
Vlocity: Select Salesforce Org > use the existing verified Org with SF or start with fresh VSCode setup
- Select vlocity cloud icon in VSCode > refresh under Datapack
- Select vlocity component (say Vlocity Card > export > in command palette > Select ‘vlocityCards’)
- Select the folder where you want to save the vlocity data pack
- Open the vlocityDatapack files it would have your downloaded components
- Make your changes in the template or card files and right-click deploy Datapack to Salesforce