Tools & Platforms
Cursor
The AI-first VS Code fork — most-used AI coding tool among professional developers.
Also known as: Cursor IDE
Cursor is a VS Code fork built around deep AI integration. The most-used AI coding tool among professional developers in 2026. Features: inline AI autocomplete that understands your whole codebase, "Composer" for multi-file changes, "Agent" mode for autonomous tasks, and the ability to switch between Claude, GPT-5, and other models. Pricing: $20/month bundles model costs. Best for: developers who want AI woven into every edit. Alternatives: Cline (open source, BYO API key), Claude Code (terminal), Devin (autonomous), Windsurf, Zed, Magic.dev (100M-token context).
