To wrap things up, we can all agree that windsurf is packed with features and includes all the modern
capabilities we expect from a cutting edge AI tool for software development.
I hope that this section gave you a hands on introduction to windsurf, and that you've managed to understand
how to use it, and which are its core features.
With features like Cascade, its built in AI agent and support for plugins, workflows and GitHub integration
just to mention one of them.
Windsurf has clearly been built with modern development workflows in mind.
We explored key functionalities including AI assisted analysis for existing projects, feature implementation,
rule based customisation and effortless deployments via netlify.
The ability to define custom rules, extend the agent with cascade plugins using the MCP protocol,
and automate repetitive tasks through workflows.
All point toward a thoughtful and developer centric design.
The recent acquisition by OpenAI adds even more promise to windsurfers future, especially in terms
of deeper integration with top tier models and smarter capabilities.
With its redesigned pricing model and generous free plan, windsurf is now more accessible than ever.
Windsurf really stands out for its ability to work effectively with existing code bases, an area where
many AI tools still fall short.
In the end, windsurf is shaping up to be more than just another AI powered IDE.
Its balance of automation, flexibility, intelligent features really makes it a tool worth keeping
an eye on, especially as OpenAI continues to invest in its development.