Lesson 2
20 min

Your Setup: ChatGPT + Cursor in 15 Minutes

Quick Summary

A safe beginner setup separates thinking and explanation from editing and execution. ChatGPT can help clarify requirements, while Cursor can apply changes in a local codebase; both require deliberate permissions and review.

What you will learn
  • ·Set up a basic AI-assisted coding workflow
  • ·Protect secrets and preserve recoverable project versions
  • ·Use small prompts with explicit verification criteria