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Cursor: Coding with AI

2h 45m 57s
English
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Cursor: Coding with AI is a 30-lesson 2 hours 45 minutes self-paced course by DAIR.AI (Elvis Saravia). The course "Cursor: Programming with AI" teaches the creation of web applications using the capabilities of artificial intelligence in the Cursor tool.

Course facts

Lessons
30
Duration
2 hours 45 minutes
Language
English
Added to CourseFlix
January 2025
Instructor
DAIR.AI (Elvis Saravia)
Price
Premium
The course "Cursor: Programming with AI" teaches the creation of web applications using the capabilities of artificial intelligence in the Cursor tool.

What you will learn:

  • How to use the key AI features of Cursor.
  • Best practices for working with Cursor functions like Chat and Composer.
  • Creating web applications using Cursor Composer Agents.

Course outline:

  1. Introduction to the course
    • Installing Cursor.
    • Setting up the environment.
  2. Cursor Tab
    • Code autocompletion.
    • Multi-Edits and Smart Rewrites functions.
    • Code prediction (Cursor Prediction).
  3. Chat
    • Overview and use of chat function for exploring code base.
    • Setting up and optimizing interaction with AI.
  4. Commands
    • Quick editing and answering questions directly from the editor and terminal.
  5. Composer
    • Overview of Composer and its use.
    • Creating projects with Composer Agents.
  6. Conclusion
    • Course summary and further recommendations.

Requirements:

  • Basic knowledge of Python.
  • Cursor tool installed (installation instructions are provided in the course).
  • A Cursor Pro account is recommended (a 14-day trial version is available).
  • A paid OpenAI account for access to API keys (required for the final project).

Additional

Project repo: https://github.com/dair-ai/cursor-course

Download and install Miniconda: https://docs.anaconda.com/miniconda/

You will need to set up a paid OpenAI account and get your own OpenAI API key here: https://platform.openai.com/

The OpenAI API Key will also be used for the upcoming projects.

Who teaches Cursor: Coding with AI? DAIR.AI (Elvis Saravia)

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DAIR.AI (Democratizing Artificial Intelligence Research) is the educational arm founded by Elvis Saravia, a former Meta AI researcher and the maintainer of one of the most-starred prompt-engineering reference repositories on GitHub. The brand has become one of the more authoritative independent sources on the practical engineering side of LLM applications.

The CourseFlix listing carries five DAIR.AI courses spanning the applied AI track: Introduction to Prompt Engineering, Advanced Prompt Engineering, Introduction to RAG, Introduction to AI Agents, and Cursor — Coding with AI.

Material is paid and aimed at engineers picking up applied LLM and AI-coding work as deliberate professional skills. For broader content, see CourseFlix's Prompt Engineering, RAG, AI Agents, and AI-Assisted Coding category pages.

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#Lesson TitleDurationAccess
1
Course Introduction Demo
01:32
2
Installing Cursor
06:02
3
Course Pricing
03:20
4
Cursor Settings
09:44
5
Project Setup
07:08
6
Cursor Tab
03:36
7
Cursor Autocomplete
04:26
8
Multi-Edits and Smart Rewrites
07:36
9
Cursor Prediction
06:23
10
Partial Accept
04:17
11
Putting It Together
04:31
12
Chat Introduction
04:41
13
Chat Overview
03:34
14
Chat Submit
03:00
15
User & AI Messages
06:19
16
Customize Chat
04:37
17
Instant Apply
05:17
18
Reference Your Code
06:21
19
Web Queries
03:59
20
Add Docs
09:44
21
Codebase Answers
05:45
22
Links
03:11
23
Fast Edits
05:28
24
Quick Questions
05:32
25
Terminal ⌘ K
02:50
26
Composer Overview
03:57
27
Composer Usage
05:59
28
Composer Agent Project (Part 1)
12:36
29
Composer Agent Project (Part 2)
11:36
30
Conclusion
02:56
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Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites are needed before enrolling in this course?
Before enrolling in this course, students should have a basic understanding of web development and general programming concepts. Familiarity with coding environments and tools would be beneficial, as the course involves working with the Cursor tool to create AI-powered web applications.
What projects will I work on during the course?
The course includes a project called the 'Composer Agent Project', which is divided into two parts. This project will allow students to apply AI-driven programming techniques to develop a functional web application, utilizing the skills learned throughout the lessons.
Who is the target audience for this course?
This course is designed for developers interested in integrating artificial intelligence into web applications. It is suitable for those who want to enhance their coding skills using AI tools and are looking to leverage the Cursor tool for efficient application development.
How does the depth of this course compare to other similar ones?
This course provides a focused exploration of using AI within the Cursor tool to build web applications. Unlike broader AI courses, it goes into specific functionalities like Cursor Autocomplete, Multi-Edits, and Smart Rewrites, offering detailed insights into practical AI applications in coding.
What specific tools or platforms will I learn about?
The course centers around the Cursor tool, covering its various features such as Cursor Settings, Autocomplete, Prediction, and the use of the Chat and Composer functionalities. Students will learn how to utilize these tools to create intelligent web applications.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not cover the foundational concepts of artificial intelligence or machine learning in detail. It assumes a basic understanding and focuses specifically on applying AI through the Cursor tool for developing web applications.
How much time should I expect to commit to this course?
While the course does not provide a specific runtime, it consists of 30 lessons. Students should allocate time for each lesson and additional hours for project work, ensuring they fully understand and can apply the AI functionalities taught.