Intro to AI Programming with Windsurf
Learn to build a Next.js portfolio site using Windsurf AI — a coding agent that writes code alongside you.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Average based on combined completion rates — individual pacing in lessons, projects, and quizzes may vary1 hourPrerequisites
None
About this course
Whether you’re just starting out or already shipping code, Windsurf changes how you build. In this course, you’ll create a portfolio website using Next.js while learning how Windsurf’s AI features fit into your workflow. You’ll use Cascade to scaffold project structures and handle edits across multiple files. You’ll work with intelligent tab completion that understands your context. And you’ll turn design images into working code. Each feature gets a quick intro, then you apply it while building something real. By the end, you’ll have a portfolio site and practical experience using AI to speed up development — without the usual headaches.
Skills you'll gain
Build Next.js sites with Windsurf AI
Use Cascade for multi-file scaffolding
Convert designs into code instantly
Speed up development with AI features
Syllabus
Introduction to AI Programming with Windsurf
Build a portfolio site with Next.js while learning Windsurf’s AI features. Use Cascade for scaffolding, smart completions, and image-to-code features.
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