Windsurf Editor by Codeium

Windsurf Editor is an IDE that utilizes AI to improve the developer's process. It aims to maintain developer focus, incorporating an AI assistant that works closely with developers, creating a coding experience that is both human-centered and enhanced by AI.

The Windsurf Editor is designed to function on Mac, Windows, and Linux. It reimagines traditional IDEs by using AI in collaborative ways, acting as both a Copilot and an Agent.

It introduces 'Flows,' a system where developers and AI operate together, promoting an immersive coding experience. A primary feature of the Windsurf editor is 'Cascade,' a tool that provides in-depth knowledge of the codebase, sophisticated tools, and immediate recognition of your coding actions.

Cascade establishes a robust, seamless, and collaborative coding process with features like contextual awareness for relevant suggestions, command suggestions and execution, problem identification and debugging, and the capability to resume your work where you stopped.

The Windsurf Editor also supports multi-file editing with context awareness and tool integration, as well as terminal command suggestions and improved search tools. A notable feature of Cascade is its ability to display your website live within the IDE, and enable instant modification of any element clicked, offering real-time feedback.

Furthermore, Windsurf integrates with various tools and services/APIs through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Windsurf Editor also includes features like in-line code refactoring using natural language, cursor placement prediction, enhanced code completion suggestions, and detailed AI settings management.