Cursor AI Explained for Beginners: Rules, Skills, Hooks, MCP, Plugins, Automation & Customization (With Real Examples) (opens in new tab)

When I first started using Cursor AI, I thought it was just an AI-powered code editor. After spending more time with it, I realized it's much more than that. Cursor isn't just about generating code—it's a development assistant that can understand your project, automate repetitive tasks, connect with external tools, and help you build software much faster. If you're new to Cursor, this guide will explain the most important concepts in simple language with real-world examples. 1. What are Rules...