The author tested 6 AI coding tools over a month to reveal what works and what is just hype.
Cursor was highlighted as the Real MVP due to its context-aware suggestions and multi-file editing capabilities.
GitHub Copilot, Aider, Windsurf, Cody AI, and Amazon Q Developer were also reviewed with their strengths and weaknesses outlined.
The author provided recommendations based on different user types and project needs, emphasizing that these tools are assistants, not replacements for developers.