Microsoft's Visual Studio Code (VS Code) remains the leading AI coding tool, outshining contenders like GitHub Copilot and Anysphere's Cursor.
While some developers prefer alternatives like Cursor or VIM, VS Code's feature-rich environment and simplicity make it the ideal hybrid tool.
Reports suggest that using AI coding tools can make developers lazy, but the massive footprint and standardization of VS Code make it hard to uninstall.
While the future of IDEs may include AI integration, VS Code continues to be the go-to choice, with JetBrains as a potential alternative.