Microsoft's AI Toolkit for VS Code: This FREE Extension BEATS CURSOR! (w/ FREE GPT-4O!)

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In this video, I'll be telling you about Microsoft's New AI Toolkit Extension for VS Code that converts your VS Code into an AI Powered Editor with FREE GPT-4O & Multiple other models. This setup beats Cursor AI Editor for FREE!

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Resources:

AI Toolkit for VS Code : https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ms-windows-ai-studio.windows-ai-studio

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Key Takeaways:

???? Microsoft's Big Push in AI - With tools like VS Code AI Toolkit, Microsoft is stepping up in the AI-powered editor game, competing with popular options like Cursor.

????️ Multi-File Editing and AI Chat Inside VS Code - The AI Toolkit now offers multi-file edits, a full chat interface, and support for custom API keys, giving developers everything they need for seamless AI interactions in Visual Studio Code.

???? GitHub Models for Free - Get exclusive access to GitHub’s GPT-4O model for free, complete with API integration, right inside VS Code.

???? Run Local Models Like Mistral and Phi with Ease - Run AI models locally at the click of a button. No third-party integrations required, and options like Phi 3.5 Mini make it beginner-friendly.

????️ Enhanced Features for Developers - Attach images, configure AI providers, and fine-tune models—all inside the toolkit. Perfect for coders and developers using AI in their workflows.

???? A Direct Competitor to Cursor - Microsoft’s VS Code AI Toolkit offers premium features without the premium price, setting it as a viable alternative to Cursor's editor.

???? All-in-One AI Coding Tool - From generating code to chatting with AI, this toolkit makes VS Code a one-stop-shop for AI-powered development, eliminating the need for external apps like ChatGPT or other web-based AI tools.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction
00:59 - About Microsoft's AI Toolkit for VS Code Extension
01:57 - Usage & Testing
07:58 - Ending