Master Cursor in 50 Minutes with Cursor's Head of AI Education (2025) | Lee Robinson

In this interview, Peter Yang interviews Lee Robinson about building apps with AI, particularly using tools like Cursor. Lee discusses his journey into AI-assisted coding, emphasizing the importance of understanding fundamental software engineering principles even when using AI. He demonstrates how to use Cursor to plan and set up a new application, highlighting the benefits of incorporating tests and linters for AI feedback. The conversation also covers practical advice for experienced engineers looking to integrate AI into their workflows, stressing that AI should augment rather than replace existing knowledge. Additionally, they touch on the evolving roles within startups, where engineers are increasingly taking on product and design responsibilities, and Lee shares an anecdote from his experience at Cursor.