# Cursor (by Anysphere)
> Cursor is an AI-native integrated development environment (IDE) built as a fork of Visual Studio Code. It integrates large language models directly into the coding workflow, offering features like codebase-wide indexing, natural language editing, and multi-file code generation (Composer). Developed by the startup Anysphere, it is designed to maintain compatibility with VS Code extensions while providing a more deeply integrated AI experience.
- URL: https://optimly.ai/brand/cursor-ide
- Slug: cursor-ide
- BAI Score: 76/100
- Archetype: Challenger
- Category: Software Development Tools
- Last Analyzed: April 11, 2026
## Also Referenced By
- Cody (Sourcegraph) (https://optimly.ai/brand/cody-sourcegraph)
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## Full Details / RAG Data
### Overview
Cursor (by Anysphere) is listed in the AI Directory.
Cursor is an AI-native integrated development environment (IDE) built as a fork of Visual Studio Code. It integrates large language models directly into the coding workflow, offering features like codebase-wide indexing, natural language editing, and multi-file code generation (Composer). Developed by the startup Anysphere, it is designed to maintain compatibility with VS Code extensions while providing a more deeply integrated AI experience.
### Metadata
| Field        | Value |
|--------------|-------|
| Name         | Cursor (by Anysphere) |
| Slug         | cursor-ide |
| URL          | https://optimly.ai/brand/cursor-ide |
| BAI Score    | 76/100 |
| Archetype    | Challenger |
| Category     | Software Development Tools |
| Last Analyzed | April 11, 2026 |
| Last Updated | 2026-04-12T12:40:28.955Z |
### Verified Facts
- Founded: 2022
- Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
### Also Referenced By
- Cody (Sourcegraph) (https://optimly.ai/brand/cody-sourcegraph)
### Links
- Canonical page: https://optimly.ai/brand/cursor-ide
- JSON endpoint: /brand/cursor-ide.json
- LLMs.txt: /brand/cursor-ide/llms.txt