Add Syntax Highlighting and Language Option Support for DAX and Power Query (M)

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Description

Feature Request:
It would be highly beneficial to provide syntax highlighting and language option support for DAX and Power Query (M) in the application.

Context & Libraries:

• Prism.js:

  • Description: A lightweight, extensible syntax highlighter.
  • Current Support: DAX and Power Query are not natively supported.
  • Customization: Custom language grammars for DAX and Power Query can be defined using Prism's API.
  • Prism.js Official Site

• Highlight.js:

  • Description: A popular syntax highlighting library with automatic language detection.
  • Current Support: DAX and Power Query are not built-in, but custom language definitions can be added.
  • Customization: Use the API to define rules for DAX and Power Query syntax.
  • Highlight.js Official Site

Proposal:

• Implement syntax highlighting support for DAX and Power Query (M) by:
  • Creating custom language definitions for DAX and Power Query in the chosen syntax highlighting library (Prism.js or Highlight.js).
  • Adding language selection options for DAX and Power Query wherever code highlighting is supported.

Benefits:

• Improved readability and usability for users working with DAX and Power Query code.
• Streamlined editing and reviewing experience for BI and data analytics scenarios.

References:

• Prism.js Documentation
• Highlight.js Documentation