Learn Cursor
Get the most out of Cursor — chat, inline edits, tab completion, agent mode, and advanced workspace management.
NOTE
Last Verified
Content updated for Cursor v3.x (June 2026). Cursor updates frequently — if the UI doesn't match, check cursor.com/changelog.
Welcome to Learn Cursor
Cursor is the AI-native IDE — a fork of VS Code rebuilt around AI collaboration. If you prefer a visual, GUI-based workflow with AI woven into every interaction, Cursor is your tool.
This course takes you from installation to advanced workflows across 10 progressive lessons.
What You'll Build
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
- Navigate Cursor's AI features fluently (chat, inline edit, tab completion)
- Use multi-file context to give AI full project awareness
- Write custom rules that shape AI output to your project's conventions
- Leverage Agent Mode for autonomous multi-step tasks
- Manage complex workspaces with AI-assisted refactoring
- Build advanced workflows combining chat, agent, and inline editing
Course Structure
| Section | Topic | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | Setting up Cursor | 15 min |
| Lesson 1 | The Cursor Interface | 30 min |
| Lesson 2 | Chat & Inline Editing | 45 min |
| Lesson 3 | Tab Completion & Predictions | 30 min |
| Lesson 4 | Multi-File Context | 45 min |
| Lesson 5 | Debugging with Cursor | 45 min |
| Lesson 6 | Custom Rules & .cursor/rules | 45 min |
| Lesson 7 | Agent Mode | 60 min |
| Lesson 8 | Workspace Management | 45 min |
| Lesson 9 | Extensions & Integrations | 45 min |
| Lesson 10 | Advanced Workflows | 60 min |
Prerequisites
- A computer with macOS, Windows, or Linux
- Familiarity with any code editor (VS Code experience is helpful but not required)
- A project to work on (any language)
- Cursor subscription (free tier available for trial)