Introduction to Cursor for PMs

What is Cursor?

Cursor is an AI-powered code editor built on VS Code that brings powerful AI capabilities directly into your workflow. For product managers, it's a game-changer that transforms how you create documents, analyze data, and communicate with stakeholders.

Why Cursor for Product Managers?

Unlike web-based AI tools like ChatGPT, Cursor works directly with your files. This means:

• No more copy-paste workflows - AI reads and writes to your actual documents
• Persistent context - Your project rules and templates are always available
• File system integration - Work with folders, multiple files, and complex projects
• Visual interface - See your changes in real-time, not just terminal text

The PM Use Cases

Key Insight

"Cursor doesn't replace your PM skills—it amplifies them. You're still the strategist, the decision-maker, the voice of the customer. Cursor just handles the mechanical work."

In the next lessons, we'll explore each of Cursor's core features and how they apply to PM workflows.