Cursor AI Agent: Build a Full-Stack Web App from Scratch!
Learn how to use the Cursor AI agent to build a full-stack web app combining Voiceflow and Twilio, even with no prior AI agent experience.
Course Timeline
🚀 Introduction: The Insane Cursor AI Agent
Overview of the Cursor AI agent's capabilities and its potential to revolutionize programming. Discussion on the future of programming with AI.
⬇️ Getting Started: Downloading and Setting Up Cursor
Step-by-step guide on downloading, installing, and creating an account on Cursor. Recommendations on free vs. pro plans.
⚙️ Cursor Interface and Agent Setup
Explanation of the Cursor interface, focusing on the agent feature and selecting the correct model (Claude). Guidance on accessing and customizing settings.
👨💻 Project Setup: Building the Voiceflow/Twilio App
Using the Cursor AI agent to create the initial file structure and project setup for a Next.js application. Explanation of customizing import statements and system prompts.
🤔 AI Assistance and Roadmap Creation
Leveraging the Cursor AI agent to create a roadmap for the project and generate code, emphasizing the importance of reviewing the AI's suggestions. Discussion on the importance of using system prompts.
🎨 Front-End Development with Cursor
Utilizing the Cursor AI agent to design and build the front-end of the app based on provided visual references. Discussion on the importance of providing visual examples.
📝 Cursor Rules and Project-Specific Instructions
Creating a 'cursor-rules' file to provide project-specific instructions to the AI agent. Explanation of how these rules affect the AI's responses.
🛠️ Reviewing and Accepting Changes: Iterative Development
Reviewing code changes proposed by the AI agent and explaining the process of accepting changes. Discussion of how to effectively interact with the AI agent to obtain desired results.
🚀 Launching the Front-End and Initial Testing
Starting the front-end server and performing initial testing, noting areas for improvement. Discussion about the benefits of AI for beginners and experienced developers.
🎨 Enhancing Front-End Design and Functionality
Addressing front-end design issues and improving the visual appeal of the app using the Cursor AI agent. Discussion on debugging and problem-solving with AI assistance.
📞 Integrating Twilio Features: SMS, Voice, Email
Integrating Twilio features into the app using the Cursor AI agent. Discussion on updating prompts and the importance of iterative prompt refinement.
🔄 Iterative Refinement: Addressing Bugs and Improving UI
Addressing bugs and improving the user interface, emphasizing the iterative process of development with AI tools. Discussion on debugging techniques and providing clear instructions to the AI.
🚀 Final Touches and Project Completion
Final adjustments to the app, emphasizing the speed and efficiency of development using the Cursor AI agent. Discussion on the benefits of using AI tools and the future of software development.