Cursor

The AI-Native Code Editor

Cursor is a code editor built from the ground up with AI deeply integrated into its core. Forked from VS Code (VSCodium), it offers a familiar interface but enhances the development workflow with powerful AI features designed for seamless interaction with your codebase.

Key Features

• Contextual AI Chat: Chat with AI that has knowledge of your entire codebase for more relevant help.
• AI Code Generation & Editing: Generate, edit, and refactor code using AI prompts.
• Auto-Debugging: AI features to help pinpoint and fix errors more quickly.
• Familiar VS Code Base: Retains compatibility with VS Code extensions and keybindings.

How it Helps Students & Teachers

• Provides an advanced environment for learning how AI can assist throughout the coding process.
• Helps in understanding larger codebases or complex projects.
• Offers a glimpse into future AI-driven development workflows.

Pricing & Access

Cursor offers a free tier with limitations on AI usage (e.g., number of GPT-4 interactions). Pro plans unlock more powerful AI models and higher usage limits.