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Windsurf

Agentic IDE that keeps you in flow

Introduction

Windsurf pairs an editor with Cascade, an agent that reads your codebase, runs commands and edits across files. Good for larger refactors and new features.

Added on
Oct 30, 2026
Website
windsurf.com
Company
Exafunction, Inc.

Product information

What is Windsurf?

Windsurf is an AI-native code editor for developers and enterprises.

How to use Windsurf?

Download the editor, then use Cascade for larger tasks and Windsurf Tab for completions. You can also connect MCP servers and run terminal commands in the editor.

Core features of Windsurf

  • AI code completion
  • Cascade coding agent
  • Automated lint fixing
  • MCP server support
  • Terminal command integration
  • Codebase memory

Use cases of Windsurf

  1. 1Speeding up repetitive development work
  2. 2Helping new developers get up to speed on a codebase
  3. 3Fixing errors and lint issues faster

Frequently asked questions about Windsurf

What is Windsurf?+

Windsurf is an AI-powered code editor, formerly Codeium, aimed at developers and enterprises.

What is Cascade in Windsurf?+

Cascade is the agent in Windsurf that handles coding, fixing and planning across complex codebases.

Does Windsurf support MCP?+

Yes, you can connect MCP servers to add custom tools.

Which category is Windsurf in?+

Windsurf is listed under Coding, AI Code Editor.

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