Master the three layers of AI-assisted development — from inline suggestions to autonomous coding agents. Whether you write code daily or never have, this module shows you how AI is transforming software creation.
AI coding tools have fundamentally changed how software gets built. GitHub reports 55% faster task completion with Copilot. Cursor has become the fastest-growing code editor in history. Claude Code can autonomously refactor entire codebases from your terminal. This module covers all three layers — inline suggestions, AI-native editors, and autonomous agents — plus a dedicated lesson for non-technical professionals who want to leverage AI coding without writing a single line.
The AI Coding Revolution — What Changed
Identify the three layers of AI coding assistance: suggestions, AI-native editors, and autonomous agents
GitHub Copilot — The Industry Standard
Install and configure GitHub Copilot in VS Code
Cursor — The AI-Native Code Editor
Navigate Cursor's AI-specific features: Tab, Cmd+K, Cmd+L, and Composer
Claude Code — Autonomous Terminal Agent
Install Claude Code and configure it for your development environment
AI Coding Without Code — For Non-Technical Professionals
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