Devin Desktop AI-Powered Development (formerly Windsurf)

What you'll learn

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Set up Devin Desktop and configure the Devin Local agent (the successor to Cascade) coding environment
Write specifications (PRDs) and convert them into TODOs with AI
Generate code, tests, and previews using Devin Local agent
Control AI behavior with model selection, rules, and workflows
Debug and modify existing codebases with AI assistance
Integrate Devin Desktop with GitHub and MCP for automated workflows
Requirements

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The ability to install software and tools locally (administrator permissions)
Windsurf account with free trial or Pro account
GitHub account
Description

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This Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) course is a practical, hands-on guide to coding faster with AI agents - covering Devin Local, the Agent Command Center, spec-to-code workflows, automated testing, and GitHub MCP integrations.
Whether you're new to vibe coding or looking to streamline your workflows, this course covers everything from setup to advanced team collaboration - partially updated for the 2026 rebrand from Windsurf to Devin Desktop.
You will learn how to
Get started with Devin Desktop, install it, and configure your environment
Use the Devin Local agent (the successor to Cascade) to turn specifications (PRDs) into TODOs, generate code, and add automated tests
Control AI behavior with model selection, rules, and workflows
Work with existing codebases: explore, debug, and modify projects with AI support
Manage multiple local and cloud agents from the Agent Command Center
Integrate Devin Desktop with GitHub
Use GitHub MCP to automate PRs, issues, reviews, and project workflows
Collaborate in teams using Devin Review
By the end of this course, you will be able to
Write, debug, and deploy applications using vibe coding techniques
Automate repetitive tasks with Devin Local and MCP integrations
Collaborate effectively on projects using Devin Desktop's team and GitHub features
Confidently use Devin Desktop as a powerful alternative to Cursor or GitHub Copilot
This course is designed for developers (all levels), technical leads, and teams who want to boost productivity with AI-powered coding.
Legal Disclaimer
This course is an independent educational resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in partnership with Windsurf, Devin, or Cognition, Inc. All product names, logos, and brands are the property of their respective owners.
This course contains promotional materials.
Who this course is for

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Software Developers
QA Engineers
DevOps Engineers
Technical Leads
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