Cursor - an AI-powered VSCode fork
AI Summary
- New editor cursor has improved coding workflow, faster and better than VS Code and ChatGPT.
- Fork of VS Code, easy migration, compatible with Co-pilot and built-in AI.
- Pricing: Paid for best features, otherwise uses GPT 3.5; payment options include direct or using an open API key.
- Efficiency in use: Commands like
command + L
andcommand + K
for quick AI interactions.- AI integration makes coding more efficient, replacing frequent Stack Overflow and Google searches for bug fixes.
- AI provides explanations and code fixes, understanding the context of the file or entire codebase.
- Some limitations: AI may not always understand newer technologies or frameworks correctly.
- Workarounds include adding documentation to the AI’s knowledge base for better context.
- AI can edit code in-line, removing or changing elements as instructed.
- Features include chatting with the entire codebase, auto-debugging, and AI linting, though some features may not be fully explored yet.
- Cursor has replaced many tools but still requires human thinking for complex tasks.
- Encourages feedback on user experience with Cursor and its features.