Cursor The AI Code Editor

Niall McNulty
3 min readAug 25, 2024

I’m about to give this code editor a go, after using VS Code with Claude for the past few months. Keen to see if my workflows improve dramatically.

Cursor is an innovative code editor that harnesses artificial intelligence to enhance developer productivity. This article explores Cursor’s key features, setup process, and how it can transform your coding workflow.

Cursor is designed to seamlessly integrate AI into the coding process. It offers intelligent code suggestions, autocompletion, and real-time collaboration features. By understanding your entire codebase, Cursor can provide context-aware assistance, making it a valuable tool for developers at all levels.

Getting Started with Cursor

Installation and Setup

Cursor is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux. To install:

  1. Visit the official Cursor website.
  2. Download the appropriate version for your operating system.
  3. Follow the installation prompts.
  4. Once installed, you can launch Cursor from your applications menu or desktop shortcut.

User Interface Overview

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Niall McNulty

Product Lead building Edtech solutions and scalable AI-content products. Publisher and author, now writing about using technology to create meaningful impact.