823: Is Cursor AI the VS Code Killer?

823: Is Cursor AI the VS Code Killer?

Scott and Wes serve up a discussion on AI coding assistants with a deep look at Cursor AI, exploring its unique features like multi-line auto-complete and Smart Rewrites. They also discuss why Cursor’s intuitive UI stands out and tackle the big question: is it worth the investment? Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:16 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 01:48 Handling objections around AI assistants. 02:55 Context windows and how they’re improving functionality. Syntax.fm Episode 728 with Kevin Hou of Codeium 04:08 Cursor’s UI. 04:51 This is cool, why is it not a plugin? 08:12 What makes the UI interesting. 09:13 Smart Rewrites. 11:44 It can create multiple files. 13:05 Using the chat interface. 16:32 Another chat example. 20:22 The main features of Cursor. 21:55 Multi-line auto-complete. 23:55 Using docs for additional context. 27:26 AI is here to help you, not replace you. 33:27 Is it worth it? 33:55 The pricing. 44:10 Sick Picks & Shameless Plugs. Sick Picks Scott: The Iron Historian, Scott’s Salt & Pepper Mills. Wes: Oxo Salt & Pepper Mills. Shameless Plugs Scott: Syntax.fm Zed Theme. Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X Instagram YouTube Threads

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829: 14 Web Development Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner

829: 14 Web Development Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner

Scott and Wes share 14 game-changing tips they wish they’d known earlier in their web dev careers. From embracing tools to learning by doing, these insights will help you level up your skills faster! ...

2 Loka 202450min

828: Logging in Verification: Magic Links, 2FA, SMS Codes

828: Logging in Verification: Magic Links, 2FA, SMS Codes

Scott and Wes serve up the pros and cons of modern authentication methods like magic links, 2FA, and SMS codes. Learn how each technique works, the security trade-offs, and what might be the best appr...

30 Syys 202415min

827: Career Development with Topher Martini

827: Career Development with Topher Martini

Scott and Wes talk with Topher Martini, a former Engineering Program Manager at Apple, about his extensive experience over two decades in the tech industry. Topher shares his journey at Apple, from st...

27 Syys 202456min

826: You Need These 30 Apps - PART 2

826: You Need These 30 Apps - PART 2

In part 2 of covering the best apps for web developers, Scott and Wes dive into must-have tools that will level up your workflow. From screenshot utilities to development tools and video production ap...

25 Syys 202456min

825: Syntax Assistant Desktop App

825: Syntax Assistant Desktop App

Scott walks Wes through the new Syntax Production Assistant Desktop App, designed to streamline and automate their complex publishing process. From tech stack choices like Svelte5 and Rust to AI-drive...

23 Syys 202428min

824: Taylor Otwell's opinions on PHP, React, Laravel and Lamborghini Memes

824: Taylor Otwell's opinions on PHP, React, Laravel and Lamborghini Memes

In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk with Taylor Otwell, the creator of Laravel. Taylor shares insights on his journey from creating Laravel in his free time to building a strong community an...

20 Syys 202450min

822: Receipt Printer with JavaScript

822: Receipt Printer with JavaScript

Wes unveils his Hack-Week project —a thermal printer controlled by JavaScript that prints out Sentry.io errors in real-time. Scott and Wes dive into the nitty-gritty of how it works, from the ESC/POS ...

16 Syys 202420min

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