🧠🤖AI coding agent 1 (Cline + Cursor)

The author was searching for the best AI code assistant and discovered several options, including Gemini Code Assist, Cursor, Codeium, and Continue. They also learned about AI coding agents, which can proceed with tasks autonomously, unlike AI code assistants that require human input. Cline is a popular AI coding agent that can create and edit files, execute commands, and use the browser with user permission. The author compared Cline with Cursor, another AI coding assistant with agent mode, and found that Cline works more autonomously. To use Cline, users can install it in VSCode and set up their API key, with the option to use Gemini API for free, but with caution regarding data privacy. The author also provided tips for writing effective Custom Instructions and prompts to receive good responses from Cline. Overall, the author suggests trying both Cline and Cursor to enhance coding experiences. Cline and Cursor have their own advantages, and using them together can be beneficial. The author emphasizes the importance of writing clear and concise prompts to get the most out of these AI tools.