How to actually use AI for Coding (no hype, no bs guide)
AI Summary
Summary of AI Coding Tips Video
AI Coding Overview
- AI coding tools like Cursor can significantly change coding practices.
- They can produce both excellent results and “garbage” output.
Cursor Rules File
- Essential to have a Cursor rules file to improve AI output.
- Start with a minimal rules file and expand it over time.
- Address recurring issues by adding specific rules.
- Include a project description and coding styles at the top of the file.
- Direct the AI to existing code to improve task-related output.
Rapid Fire Tips
- Use Composer for simple changes and Chat for more complex tasks.
- Manually applying changes helps to consider their context.
- Never accept AI-generated code without understanding it.
- Regularly refactor and understand critical parts of your code.
- Be cautious when using AI to fix bugs.
- For complex tasks, ask AI to clarify requirements before coding.
- Recognize when manual coding is preferable.
- Experiment with AI to find the best usage methods.
- Junior developers should be cautious, and experienced developers should avoid over-reliance to prevent skill atrophy.
Conclusion
- AI is a valuable tool that isn’t going away.
- Share experiences and tips with the AI coding community.
- The video is a departure from the creator’s usual startup journey content.
(Note: The video description was supposed to contain a list of Cursor rules files, but no URL was provided in the text for extraction.)