Windsurf vs Cursor in 2026: Which AI IDE Should You Pick?

I used Windsurf and Cursor side by side for 30 days. Here’s which AI-powered IDE is better for different types of developers.

December 15, 2025 · 5 min · Zidane

How I Use AI to Debug Production Issues (Real Examples)

Real production debugging stories using AI tools — stack traces, log analysis, and the mistakes I made along the way.

December 12, 2025 · 10 min · Zidane

Using AI to Refactor Legacy Code Without Breaking Everything

Legacy code is scary. AI can help you understand it, test it, and refactor it — if you’re careful about how you use it.

December 8, 2025 · 13 min · Zidane

5 Free AI Coding Tools That Are Actually Worth Using in 2026

Not every AI coding tool needs a $20/month subscription. These 5 free tools are genuinely useful for developers on a budget.

December 5, 2025 · 6 min · Zidane

Understanding LLM Context Windows: A Developer's Practical Guide

Context windows are the single most important LLM concept for developers to understand. Here’s what I wish someone had told me earlier.

November 28, 2025 · 12 min · Zidane

How AI Changed My Testing Strategy (For the Better)

After 6 months of integrating AI into our testing workflow, here’s what actually improved — and what surprised me.

November 20, 2025 · 13 min · Zidane

ChatGPT vs Claude in 2026: An Honest Comparison for Developers

A real-world comparison of ChatGPT and Claude for software development — coding, reasoning, context handling, and pricing. No fanboys, just honest experience.

November 15, 2025 · 7 min · Zidane