AI TOOLS

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The module introduces the new wave of AI-infused Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and assistants. These tools go far beyond traditional syntax highlighting, acting as intelligent collaborators.

• Key Players: We looked at tools like GitHub Copilot (known for inline suggestions), Cursor (excelling at project-wide context), Junie (JetBrains' integrated solution), and WindSurf (an "agentic" editor). We also covered API-based extensions like Cline and RooCode, offering flexibility and pay-per-use models.

• Core Capabilities: These tools share features like intelligent code generation, code explanation, refactoring assistance, and conversational AI chat interfaces.

Lesson Structure

Each lesson contains:

1. A main lecture

2. Suggested activity

What is this about?

1. Learning Objectives
   
   

   • Explore in detail one of the most powerful and up-to-date code assistant tools.

   • Acknowledge techniques and practices for getting the best out of these tools

2. Key Topics

   • New generation of IDEs:

     1. Junie

     2. Copilot

     3. WindSurf  

     4. Cursor

   • Modern Techniques

     1. Prompt Engineering

     2. Documentation First

     3. Vibe Coding

   • Recommended Practices: A set of practices curated by the community for getting the best out of these tools.