Windsurf
The AI-native code editor.
Overview
Windsurf is an AI-native code editor developed by the team behind Codeium. It aims to provide a development environment where AI is a core component, not just an add-on. Windsurf builds on the technology of Codeium to offer a more deeply integrated and powerful AI-assisted coding experience, with features designed to streamline workflows and enhance developer productivity.
✨ Key Features
- AI-native code editing experience
- Advanced code completion and generation
- Deeply integrated AI chat
- Codebase-aware intelligence
- Built by the team behind Codeium
🎯 Key Differentiators
- AI is a fundamental part of the editor's architecture
- Built on the proven technology of Codeium
- Designed for a seamless and powerful AI-native workflow
Unique Value: An AI-native code editor that provides a deeply integrated and powerful AI-assisted development experience.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Seamless AI-powered code generation and refactoring within the editor
- Using AI chat with deep codebase context
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Developers who are heavily invested in and prefer to stay within their existing, non-Windsurf IDEs.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more fundamentally AI-integrated approach compared to traditional IDEs with AI plugins, similar to Cursor.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free for individual developers.
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